Sitting on the fence by peadar

Sitting on the fence

This Eurasian Jay (also known as the Blue Jay, or just Jay) couldn't decide whether it was worth trying the peanut feeder in the garden. After a few minutes he clearly felt it wasn't worth it and flew off!

These birds are also known as "Acorn Jays" because their preferred food is acorns, which they find and bury (to store). However, they often forget where they have stored them, and many acorns therefore go undisturbed and grow into oak trees. I believe it is thought this led to the rapid spread of oak trees in England after the last Ice Age.
The Jay looks quite a large bird ! He couldn't have been hungry !
May 31st, 2021  
Very nice narrative.
May 31st, 2021  
Great shot! I also learned something today!
May 31st, 2021  
Bep
Beautiful shot. A regular visitor in our garden.
May 31st, 2021  
Nice pic!
June 1st, 2021  
A nice shot of this very attractive bird!

Ian
June 1st, 2021  
Lovely young Jay
June 1st, 2021  
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