Can anyone tell me what this bird is please. It's very shy and doesn't stay on the feeder long. I've only just managed to grab these rather poor quality photos.

Hi Tim

You have a Jay there, and a great selection of pictures too.

I agree that they are illusive birds and they are shy too!

Regards

Kathy and Dave

Hi Tim

Yes, Al is quite correct it is a jay related to crows, magpies etc. They are quite large birds to cling on to feeders although they will obviously have a go. Try scattering some peanuts on the ground in a quiet location to see if you can attract him back. They are often very shy birds.

Regards TJ

Hi Tim

Lucky you to get a jay in your garden! It's an unusual bird to see as they are always very shy.

I would definitely do as TJ suggests to try to attract him back.

Best wishes Chris

Thanks for that AL. I took the pictures very hurriedly after trying to catch it for 3 days. You ought to see the ones I didn't post!!! Thanks again.

Hi TJ

This Jay has been on my feeder for 3 days now (that I've seen him/her) and he only stays on the feeder for a few seconds so I think I was lucky to get any pictures at all. I usually work shifts so don't get to see many birds at the feeder - I just notice how quickly it all disappears.

Thanks

Tim.