Blue Jay on Pebbles with Water Reflection
© Stan Tekiela Author/Naturalist/Wildlife Photographer/Moment/Getty Images
If it wasn't for the distinguishing blue markings, it might be hard to identify this stout passerine in profile. We're used to seeing blue jays with telltale crests on the tops of their heads, since those feathers go up when the bird is in an alert or aggressive state. Which is often: Some birders even scorn blue jays as 'backyard bullies' that chase other species away from feeders. But this belligerent behavior has an upside, as blue jays may also pester birds of prey, helping keep the predators at bay while smaller birds party on. During less action-packed days, you might catch a jay with its crest down while foraging (like our photo subject) or preening.
泪流满面还是活泼欢快？
纽约大都会中的小鸟
蓝色小鸟
啮齿动物正在重整旗鼓？
啄木和害虫防治
个子小但嗓门大
巨大的喙
钢铁般的脑袋
