I was wondering if anyone knew or witnessed Jackdaws in an aerial courtship display and if it was typical behaviour as I've never seem it before and got me wondering ! They were flying almost in sync a metre or so apart, flying one way, then back the other together some of the time, sort of in unison. I understand most pair for life like other corvids and maybe this is how they continue their strong bond or maybe result of a new pairing. This was nothing like territorial behaviour, it was beautiful to watch and they were almost sky-dancing. Interesting !! Was first time I'd see this with corvids (although I have seen them courtship feeding) so had to share and ask if anyone knew more about the Jackdaws courtship ? ! I was so mesmerised by them that I forgot to take a video of it !!
Not sure I will see that again Alan as we've had corvids around in the garden for 9 years and its the first time I have seen this type of aerial bonding/display. Even a video wouldn't have helped as they were partially obscured by all our tall oak trees.as they flew behind them back and forth. Nice to see though, Jackdaws are dedicated parent birds with the patience of a saint when the young are pestering them for food. Can't wait for it all to begin as it's mayhem in the garden once young fledge !