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Gray Jay

© Heather Pickard

Gray Jay

Uploaded: October 15, 2010 05:02:14

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Exif: F Number: 8, Exposure Bias Value: -1.67, ExposureTime: 2/1000 seconds, Flash: did not fire., ISO: 200, White balance: Manual white balance, FocalLength: 300.00 mm, Model: NIKON D80

Comments

Merna L. Nobile November 15, 2010

I would personally like to congratulate you on your winning photograph for October, 2010 and wish you a Happy Thanksgiving. Merna Nobile #1327484

Rona L. Schwarz November 16, 2010

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! #9042504

Heather Pickard November 16, 2010

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. #9042649

Amanda D. Austwick level-classic November 16, 2010

Gorgeous Image Heather! Congratulations! I don't think that I have ever seen one of these. #9043400

Heather Pickard November 17, 2010

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. #9044638

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