Jay in the cherry tree

[nanila]

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Our tree is begrudgingly conceding that it might be spring in the northern hemisphere, and the jay is gently corroborating with particularly plush plumage.

Comments

[lark_ascends]

Beautiful!

[el1ie]

Lovely detail on the blue wing splashes, it has seemed a little like spring lately, although I've never been lucky enough to capture one of these pretty things sitting still long enough! Well done and thanks for posting. :)

[shirebound]

What a beauty!

[lavendertook]

Nice shot of gorgeous bird.

[nanila]

Thank you! It was a good thing I popped out with the camera in the morning, as it became wet, windy and very dark just past noon.

[nanila]

Thank you! I was thrilled when I saw where it had positioned itself, as the morning light just touches the upper branches of that tree.

[nanila]

A visit from the jay is always a pleasure. Thank you!

[nanila]

Isn't it! All the birds have their very best plumage on for breeding season. The heads of the male mallards on the canal are brilliantly jewel-toned, and the robins' breasts are vibrant.

[turlough]

I love the colourful details on jays. It makes them look quietly festive, if that's possible :-)

[spiralsheep]

Lovely. Thank you for sharing.

[nanila]

Agreed! I like the tufts on their heads as well, especially on windy days. Makes it look like they're wearing decorative hats.

[nanila]

Thank you for saying so!