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Did you know? Eurasian Jay (Garrulus glandarius)

In the spotlight this week it’s our most colourful crow… the Eurasian Jay. Did you know?: Ireland has it’s own sub species of jay (Garrulus glandarius hibernicus) which is genetically distinct to populations in Britain and mainland Europe. A single jay buries several thousand acorns each autumn as a food….

Eurasian Jay (Garrulus glandarius)

The jay is one of Ireland’s most striking birds with its brightly coloured pink, black, white and blue plumage. Although they are the most colourful member of the crow family, jays can be surprisingly difficult to see. They are shy, and secretive woodland birds that rarely venture far from cover…..