Those of you who have ever tried to photograph the Eurasian Jay know how shy they are, and how difficult they are to capture on camera. It has taken me years to try to photograph one in flight but so far without success. To be able to photograph a Jay I have to keep my camera poised in one place in the hope that a Jay will alight in a specific place where I have seen one perch before. It's tiring, because I have to stand, and it may take a while before one appears, but the desire to obtain my objective is greater than my discomfort.I live in a place where Jays are plentiful, perhaps they have an ingrained sense of fear of humans because they were once hunted and killed for their decorative blue feathers used to embellish both men's and woman's hats. Of course I don't know if this is true, but it's true that they fear us. They have exceptional eye sight and they detect the slighted movement which will make them take flight. Although I see them every day, I'm still in awe of their beauty, and they have a certain presence that's hard to ignore,which I liken to when a beautiful women has just entered a room and everyone's eyes are upon her.
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Your patience was well rewarded. I can see why they would be edgy -- those feathers are so beautiful that they would be quite the target.
There are wonderful photos. I think the bird is very beautiful.
Those shots are gorgeous!
Dear Sonjia :)
Your photos are really breathtaking! Yes, the Jays are very shy, and I have only seen one of them this winter. It's a very beautiful bird. I love the blue spot on their wings.
All the best to you, and I send you many warm hugs my dear friend.
Marit
...your patience in capturing them produce great results. The pictures are magnificent.
Bernie,
Benita James
great idea, but hard to stand that long. I do ok if I keep moving but standing still quickly turns to agony
He really is beautiful, our jays have nasty attitudes toward people and other birds and even dogs and cats
Your dedication to photographing the Eurasian Jay is truly admirable
Such wonderful photos.
Your patience and dedication to photographing Jays is amazing! It’s crazy how their past still makes them so wary of humans. Love the comparison to a stunning entrance—totally captures their presence.
Stunning photos, my friend!
Dear Sonjia,
Your patience has been rewarded with beautiful pictures of the jay.
Your pictures are perfectly sharp, well done.
I wish you a beautiful Friday.
Greetings Irma
They are such splendid birds, Sonjia, and we are all grateful that you persevered, despite personal discomfort, to get these wonderful pictures. It’s such a joy for all of us, especially for those of us in parts of the world where we can never see them. For me, strong memories are stirred of the times I have seen these birds and deemed myself a lucky man. Sadly, most creatures have good reasons to fear humans. Their relationship with us has always been to their disadvantage. Now at least they have you. And so do we. What a blessing that it is for everyone. Hugs and kisses - David
Such a gorgeous bird. I wish you luck capturing one in flight. I hope your persistence pays off.
You took beautiful photos of the jay, the shots are enchanting.
I wish you a very nice weekend :)
These are beautiful pictures of the Jay. We have them here quite regularly, but when I think about it I have never been close enough to take a photo!
Looks like you did a great job with the bird. Very nicely done.
your images are beautiful, it is such a pretty bird!! it feels great to capture pictures like these, to share with others!! well done!!
Beautiful birds! Your dedication to photographing them is admirable.
Hello Sonjia,
I just love your Eurasian Jay, he is a beauty!
I would love to see this bird in person.
Your photos are wonderful, looks like the bird posed for you. A great collection. Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Take care, enjoy your day and happy weekend.
...Sonjia, you are a master of photographing the Eurasian Jay. Thanks for sharing, take care and be well.
Their feathers are so gorgeous! You really got some great photos! I would love to see one of these birds!
A great series of the pretty one!
Your photos of the Eurasian Jay are absolutely beautiful.
Excellent photos. The birds are lovely.
You got wonderful pics of this beautiful bird, Sonjia.Well worth the effort.
A big WOW from me these are fabulous photographs.
Sending my good wishes.
All the best Jan
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