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.
栖息的海雀
奇妙的金刚鹦鹉
啄木和害虫防治
边境之地的鸟儿
快乐地拍打翅膀
鱼儿要小心
魁梧的鸟
一只“海鹦鹉”的特写
