Murray 1948 Calif. Jay June 18 San Jorge, 25° 44' N, 112° 07' W, Baja Calif. Walking south near the shore of the estero, first saw 3 or 4 on the low hillside of ocotillo, fruitia, pitahaya and cholla. These were fairly close together, squawked a few times. Soon after, two together flew from the dry growth out into the mangroves which lined the shore. In another spot one jay flew from an ocotillo to the mangroves, bounced from branch to branch with lots of spring and wound up low in the bushes. It remained mostly hidden and quite inactive for a while, then moved deeper in the thicket. Gave frequent series of squawks, 5 at a time or less, which seemed a little thinner and weaker than the harsh cries farther north. Saw another one in mangroves pecking at the branches he perched on and eating something. I could find nothing on any branches I looked at. One flew to a dulce mangrove beside me while I was motionless and exhibited great curiosity. Changed branches several times, always peering up at me. Then flew to the edge of the bank on which I stood, and again to within 2 feet of my foot. Disappeared into the bushes but returned to squeaking and repeated most of his antics. Did not become at all excited however.