Tag Archives: blue jays

Missing Manners

Posted on March 12, 2019 by kathydoremus

Manners seem to be missing these days – especially when it comes to my backyard Blue Jays! Oh, they may give the appearance of being the perfect guest, but appearances can definitely be deceiving! I’m pretty sure they never heard … Continue reading →

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The Flavor of February: Backyard Blues

Posted on February 13, 2019 by kathydoremus

The Eastern Bluebird and the Blue Jay are two year round residents in my backyard, though they show up more often in the winter months to take advantage of the fast free food. Always a fan favorite, the Bluebird (especially … Continue reading →

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The Fine Art of Peanut Packing

Posted on August 19, 2018 by kathydoremus

One of the young Jays that frequents the backyard feeders has been learning the fine art of peanut packing! He used to show up, quickly grab a single peanut, and then fly off to eat it elsewhere, but now he … Continue reading →

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Suspicion Confirmed

Posted on June 28, 2018 by kathydoremus

The last time I posted pictures of this juvenile Jay, he had followed his Mama to the feeders and was begging for food. But I suspected that it wouldn’t be long before he was venturing out on his own. Well…suspicion … Continue reading →

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Another Peanut Packer

Posted on May 30, 2018 by kathydoremus

Typically, when I post about a backyard peanut packer, it’s the Blue Jay who has the starring role…like this fellow… But the Jays aren’t the only one with a preference for Planters. Chipmunks are also nut lovers and will sit … Continue reading →

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Beautiful Bandits Of Blue

Posted on May 9, 2018 by kathydoremus

The Blue Jays that seemed scarce at our feeders during the winter months have returned in full force, filling my backyard with raucous squawks as they greedily gobble up the peanut supply. These beautiful blue bandits are a delight to … Continue reading →

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Faithful When I Am Not

Posted on July 2, 2017 by kathydoremus

Toddler training is not for the faint of heart! As many of you know, I have a youngster in the house these days who is occupying a lot of my time. Tucker is close to six months old and can … Continue reading →