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Gray Jay


 
BetterPhoto.com Photo Contest Finalist   Gray Jay
Gray Jay

Heather Pickard

 
 
 

Merna L. Nobile
 

I would personally like to congratulate you on your winning photograph for October, 2010 and wish you a Happy Thanksgiving. Merna Nobile


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November 15, 2010

 

Rona L. Schwarz
  This is simply stunning, Heather! It could be in an Audubon Guide, it is so perfect! AGain, I've never seen this Jay species but I know it must be difficult to capture. The clarity and detail on the bird is amazing and I love that his mouth is slightly open! CONGRATULATIONS on another outstanding Finalist, and good luck in the next round!


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November 16, 2010

 

Heather Pickard
  Your comments ladies are very much appreciated. Thank-you!

Rona, you make me smile.
This jay is a northern species so you will have to travel north to see it. They are a species that gets accustomed to people quickly and will sometimes come to the hand for food.
The reason this bird's mouth is slightly open is because its filled with the peanuts he just got from my husband.


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November 16, 2010

 
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  Gorgeous Image Heather! Congratulations! I don't think that I have ever seen one of these.


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November 16, 2010

 

Heather Pickard
  Thanks Amanda. These Jays live in boreal forests, the Rocky Mountains and along the west coast. My field guide says they are common camp and cabin visitors in these areas.


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November 17, 2010

 
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