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Lesley thanks for all the great videos! I love Blue Jays, unfortunately I don't see them often so I really appreciate your connection with them. Will you be offering more prints for sale? I would also be interested in a print or sticker version of the "Mates for Life" graphic you have on Bonfire.
@@edisontrent5244 You're more than welcome glad you enjoy them. I am working on the prints and a brand new shop but unfortunately with this covid stuff it has through a monkey wrench into the whole program, hopefully soon is the best I can say. I will also look into the sticker and see if that is possible with teespring.
Of course also known as Whisky Jacks or Camp Robbers. We have them in Northern Minnesota, they show up when I'm out in the woods cutting firewood. As soon as I sit down on a log to eat my lunch, the 4 or 5 in a nearby tree quickly increases to a dozen or more. They're a very friendly sort, so I share my sandwiches with them, they come down and eat right on the log I'm sitting on and at my feet. I learned not to put my sandwich down even for a moment, they'll make short work of it, like a flock of flying piranha.
While picking huckleberries in the bitterroots of northern Idaho a group of these camp robbers gathered around and kept me company for an afternoon. They are sweet.
Enjoyed hearing the chicks screeching at each other over territory. Glad to hear that they are Corvids, they have that look in their eyes. Thanks so much for all your hard work. The world is a better place for it.
Back in the early 1990's deep in the woods in Northern Wisconsin. There were Canadian Jays in abundance in the area. It was winter and I had a bag of seasoned bread crumbs that had turned stale. I dumped them on the snow. I soon noticed a pair of Canadian Jays flying the bread crumbs up into the trees. This went on for quite a while then I heard a tapping sound on the door near where I had dumped the bread crumbs. I opened the door and there was one of the Jays staring at me. I had no more crumbs but I did have a loaf of bread that I scattered around for them. Very intelligent and interesting creatures
I didn't know they had pallets. I love these guys. Whenever I'm camping they always find me. Or I should say the dog food. I let them have all they want. One of my favorite birds. Thank you Leslie for cheering me today. I have the darn covid. We call them camp robs here. I still call them gray Jay's. Awesome birds!🤍🖤
They are one of my favorite birds too! Ah no way! I hope you get well soon, hang in there. Sending some good vibes your way. I still call them Gray Jays too, hard to kick it when its all you ever heard them be called
@Sewan & Sawen Creations Wait how? Gray jays are protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act therefore not a game bird. Can't tell if you're out here memeing or not haha.
we call them that in Alberta, too. Whiskeyjack, from the Cree name of the legendary Trickster, Weesegechak - a very fitting name, for they are tricky rascals indeed! Gorgeous.
Nice to see you here! They are so cute!! Even though I live in Canada, we don’t get them where I live ☹️, I would love to see them in person! Hope you’re having a wonderful evening!
One fact I'm surprised you didn't include is that they're quiet for a Corvid. Canada Jays closely resemble what you would call an "oversized Chickadee".
These birds never cease to amaze me. Their ability to mimic other sounds in the forest and seemingly witty personalities are evident for those who observe their behavior. Their soft cuing sounds to loud shrills are interesting. They will it seems make fun of someone who tries to imitate other birds which I try often. That is fun. I recall a few years ago, I was napping on a Spring sunny day while taking a break from a hike and woke to seeing one on my chest. I think he/she saw an opportunity to grab a snack off my eyeball. Yes, they do have a sinister side as well and although they appear social friendly creatures, they are very opportunistic. So, they must be treated with respect, knowing that they are the true masters of their domain.
Nice presentation. I learned many things. I see them fairly often here in Colorado. My father always carries mixed nuts on hike and we stop and share with them in they are around.
I have a pair of these that I share land with i Alaska. They are not skiddish, and will come close. They always seem to be watching. They like to watch what i'm doing and will follow me around when i walk through the woods.
My favorite aspect of the Canada Jay is the camp robber thing, it's adorable and makes them easier to encounter.. but especially that they can be found in Colorado!!
Fantastic little guys! Their nesting & rearing habits seem really smart. Forward thinking & planning ahead - probably why they thrive in those conditions.
I live in the western mountains of Maine, just 23 miles from the Canadian border! I get the Canada Gray Jays at my feeders every Winter! They are charming and so sweet! I look forward to seeing them! Thank you for sharing!
One of my very favorite birds. I grew up in Oregon calling them "camp robbers". When our Scout troop goes winter camping we are kept company by the grey jays. Thank you for the post.
I love following your videos and I learn so much every time. My favourite fact is all the names they go by! I didn’t know that! And their longevity! I met some when I stayed at the Whiteshell for three nights. One turn of my back and they were off with my sandwich! I love them!! Such personalities!!! So bold and cute and mischievous at the same time!
I absolutely enjoy your videos - and merch - as I'm disabled and don't get out into the woods and fields any more to enjoy nature. Watching them, I can smell the evergreens, mould, snow and air in my memory; and listen to the beautiful sounds I so miss being a part of. Thank you.
Aww Marguerite, it makes me so happy to know these videos help keep your memory strong of the woods and all it's beautiful scents. Take care and thank you for the nice comment. 🐦♥️
I grew up in the bush (Boreal Forest) in Northern Ontario. The Whiskey Jack was a constant companion so you never felt alone when out and about. We always carried meat scraps, nuts, fruit etc. in order to feed our little friends. They perch in your hands, eat what they want and follow people who are regular visitors to their woods. Always a hazard to campers, I’ve had them steal meat off a grill at my campsite, never touching the grill nor harming themselves. Dine and dash indeed. I live in the south of Ontario now, and miss these charming Canadian icons. Global warming is decimating their food stores as freezing temperatures are moderating and their food frequently rots. We need to be the custodians of Nature, which we think we are, and save all the wonderful creatures who rely on cold weather to survive.
miss seeing these sweet birds, now that am living in Southern Ontario. am so proud that the Canada Jay has been officially named as the national bird of our country. remember Dan Strickland well.
Thank you for posting your video, I really enjoyed it. I have spent my entire life living among Whiskey Jacks here in the foothills of Alberta. They truly are unique and fascinating birds and I look forward to feeding them every winter.
These little grey ones are so cute aaww, they surely made me smile. I reside in Canada near the U.S. border and i have never seen a gray jay. Before I was fascinated with learning about the different bird species, I thought Vultures and Ravens were the only birds to eat carcass.
Greeted like kin folk by some sweet Canada Jays today in New Mexico Santa Fe National Forest. They sure were bold and very friendly, sitting on people’s hands and landing on their shoulders to see what goodies the fall ski lift leaf peepers brought up to share. Loved all this great information on this amazing bird.
I've lived in Ottawa and Montreal all my life, and was shocked to learn that you've got the gray jay in NL and BC. I've literally worked in wild bird rehab, and have never seen one. Pulled up the map of their range, and it extends across nearly all of Canada - but skips over my part of eastern Ontario and southwest Quebec. Crazy! Thanks for teaching me a thing or two.
These birds are plentiful here in Saskatchewan. We also call them Whiskey Jack's here like some other provinces. Very friendly bird and easy to photograph. Great video Lesley!
Fabulous photography! We have these jays on the Northern California Coast near Mendocino. They will come right up to you if you have food--very friendly and adorable.Thank you for this video of a wonderful bird.
We fondly call these guys camp robbers around here. Who doesn't love these guys? If you stop for a picnic they appear out of nowhere and will sit on your head and steal your sandwich out of you hand. So adorable and audacious.
Your video brings back memories of countless encounters with Canada Jays over a lifetime of camping, hiking and climbing in the Cascade Range of Washington and Oregon, and many meals shared with the jays (they gave me no choice). 😊
Many times, I have shared snacks with these fun birds while hiking in the Colorado Rockies. Also showing up for a snack were Steller's Jays. Not living in Colorado any more, encounters with these birds I greatly miss.
My backyard is the forest! We just moved 2 months ago and have seen them more and more. We are on the Oregon Coast (not the beach, but in the forest mountains). Thank you for the beautiful information 😘
I cant wait to see one in person!! I ordered your mates for life tee shirt - my parents and I really enjoy watching your videos!! Love from Alberta :) ♥️
Wonderful! Thank you - i have enjoyed these Whiskeyjacks dropping by every morning for breakfast - this was in BC on Black Tusk Mountain. They are so funny!❤👍
Lesley, thanks for putting another wonderful bird lesson! I see these in northern MN quite often and are just as you described, sharp eyed and happy to steal a meal from a camper who turns their back. They are one of the highlights of trips into the BWCA and will often eat right out of your hand or off the top of your hat. Now I know so much more about them, thanks again.
Thanks for sharing your Canadian birds with us down here in northern Ohio. We saw our first ever White-winged Crossbill and Evening Grosbeaks today. There have also been many sightings of Common Redpolls. These birds are very difficult to find in Ohio. My wife and I have waited the past six years to see them. The only Canadian Jay we have ever seen was in Washington State on the Olympic Peninsula.
They remind me of the Siberian jays we have here in northern parts of Norway. They are probably related, also very social towards people. Love them ❤️. Thank you for this wonderful video.
Great video, and thanks for mentioning Dan Strickland. I saw him speak last night on Vancouver Island (where he lives now). It's always so inspiring hearing a bona fide expert share his extensive knowledge about a fascinating subject. One little tidbit of info he shared was a video he took of infanticide, something he had never witnessed or read about with all his years of research! The dominant male did the deed while the dominant female (his mate) was battling the "mother". Even more fascinating is that mother became the mate of the male who killed the chicks the following year! Wild!
Wow! Never heard of this Jay before, fascinating and sooo pretty, I love birds with a black/grey/white tri coloured plumage. We have Coal Tits here in UK, these Jays remind me of them, albeit a much larger version 🥰
I absolutely love your show! You have taught me more about these friends that I have had for close to ten years. Tok Alaska. I love my Canadian jays and I am sure they love being able to stash pounds of seed nuts and meat in winter. Since I watched your show my ten acres has turned into their ten acres. I wish we had
I have had plenty close experiences with these incredibly friendly birds. Easy to find in the winter. We sometimes call the whiskey jacks for their seemingly drunk way they move.
Friendly bird; will land on you for treats. They love potato chips, kept stealing our chips at the camp fire. It was the cutest thing. It was northern BC we'd see them when camping. By far, my favourite bird, along side the ravens and crows.
I was outside my car guiding my wife through a rut on a fire trail in New Hampshire(trying to spot a moose), and she happened to look in the mirror. She said there was a bird following me, as I was walking behind the car for about 30 feet. I thought she was just noticing a coincidence, until I turned around and saw 2 of these birds about 15 feet away from me moving from perch to perch, getting closer. It was the coolest thing I have seen, I had never seen these birds before, I am definitely thankful for Google. My Audubon book I was given as a kid didn't have these listed.
Thanks for the information on these adorable looking birds. Have seen them mentioned as Corvids, but I live in Pennsylvania, so have never seen them. I found it very interesting how early in the year they nest! Very smart to have the kids fledged by April in Canada!
Thank you for this video. Bird watching out my back door has become.one of the ways I keep my sanity during this long shelter at home ordeal. I can't visit parks anymore, so I put food out on our deck and watch bird videos. I had not known about Canada jays.
Lesley, l love the music at the video Intro. It is so calming , when I turn on to see your birds. Have enjoyed and can relate to love of many beautiful birds here in Kentucky . May you continue to enjoy the birds. Stay Safe. Mary L Hall , USA.
Just found this today, after snowmobiling in upper New Hampshire and feeding the Canada Jays Cheez-its on the trails. I always feel like Snow White when they land on your hand, head or shoulder:) Tomorrow I will bring them nesting material.
Thorough and informative! This was my first introduction to the Canada Jay! Loved hearing about its various names & quite surprised to see these cuties eating on carcasses! Thanks, Lesley!
Great video! I’ve lived in Alaska since 1989 and do a lot of remote work up in the interior near Fairbanks. 1 of my FAVE things is seeing ALL these Adorable little Camp Robbers EveryTime. They’re also around where I reside. I never realized they are meat though?! I always thought they just ate seeds and such. Anyways… Love the Content! Fascinating video on in my opinion 1 of the CUTEST little Birds out there. Take care and Be well🙏
They are so beautiful. I had the privilege of being able to see one of them from mere feet away up here at Crystal Mountain today. Just flew right to me. I wish I had pulled my phone out but it's not my first instinct like most people lol
Great Video! I traveled to the Sax Zim Bog in Minnesota and the Canada Jay was on my list of targets to see. Pleased to say I got to spend some quality time with a couple of these cute characters!
I fill my big suet feeder this weekend and a small downy landed on it only like a 2 feet away. I think they were saying yes they filled the feeders. And this year I find it more important to fill the suet feeder and other feeders so they have the energy to survive a cold Wisconsin winter.
Oh man! So great. I think, after the bushtits, these are my favourite bird. One of the earliest birds I remember being introduced to when we went skiing, on what was then called Forbidden Plateau, but now part of Mt Washington here on Vancouver Island. We were hiking up on Paradise Meadow this summer, and after the plants, the jays were our highlight, although, they were way more interested in the peanuts we held out, than the native blueberries we held out. I guess they see those all the time! Thanks for another great video.
Thanks for this one Leslie, I do not often see a Canada/Gray Jay in my woods in PEI, but always look forward to my trips to the Canadian Rockies to see them. Bold they are , on one camping trip, a Jay came and ate off the same plate at the same time as I during meal times ....
I may have just seen a pair in the Oregon area. I had no idea they lived here, and doubted myself that I had identified them correctly. The thing that made them stand out to me was their size - they look bigger than robins. Thank you for the helpful info! I will keep an eye out for them.
Thank you for one of your most Enjpyable videos on the delightful Canada Jay. I don't think I've ever heard of them, and was so glad to hear your descriptive tales of their nature and their many talents. My sister lives in New Mexico, I will have to ask her if she's ever seen them that far south. Thank you again for this great look at a very interesting bird!
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I had to share your video about them on my Facebook page. Lots of great information about grey Jays. Thank you!
Lesley thanks for all the great videos! I love Blue Jays, unfortunately I don't see them often so I really appreciate your connection with them. Will you be offering more prints for sale? I would also be interested in a print or sticker version of the "Mates for Life" graphic you have on Bonfire.
@@wyomingadventures Awe thanks a bunch
@@edisontrent5244 You're more than welcome glad you enjoy them.
I am working on the prints and a brand new shop but unfortunately with this covid stuff it has through a monkey wrench into the whole program, hopefully soon is the best I can say. I will also look into the sticker and see if that is possible with teespring.
@@LesleytheBirdNerd Thanks Lesley! I am looking forward to supporting your channel and contributing to the Blue Jay lunch fund!
I’m so lucky to share my life with these amazing birds!
Of course also known as Whisky Jacks or Camp Robbers. We have them in Northern Minnesota, they show up when I'm out in the woods cutting firewood. As soon as I sit down on a log to eat my lunch, the 4 or 5 in a nearby tree quickly increases to a dozen or more. They're a very friendly sort, so I share my sandwiches with them, they come down and eat right on the log I'm sitting on and at my feet. I learned not to put my sandwich down even for a moment, they'll make short work of it, like a flock of flying piranha.
While picking huckleberries in the bitterroots of northern Idaho a group of these camp robbers gathered around and kept me company for an afternoon. They are sweet.
Enjoyed hearing the chicks screeching at each other over territory. Glad to hear that they are Corvids, they have that look in their eyes. Thanks so much for all your hard work. The world is a better place for it.
Back in the early 1990's deep in the woods in Northern Wisconsin. There were Canadian Jays in abundance in the area. It was winter and I had a bag of seasoned bread crumbs that had turned stale. I dumped them on the snow. I soon noticed a pair of Canadian Jays flying the bread crumbs up into the trees. This went on for quite a while then I heard a tapping sound on the door near where I had dumped the bread crumbs. I opened the door and there was one of the Jays staring at me. I had no more crumbs but I did have a loaf of bread that I scattered around for them. Very intelligent and interesting creatures
I didn't know they had pallets. I love these guys. Whenever I'm camping they always find me. Or I should say the dog food. I let them have all they want. One of my favorite birds. Thank you Leslie for cheering me today. I have the darn covid. We call them camp robs here. I still call them gray Jay's. Awesome birds!🤍🖤
They are one of my favorite birds too!
Ah no way! I hope you get well soon, hang in there. Sending some good vibes your way.
I still call them Gray Jays too, hard to kick it when its all you ever heard them be called
@@LesleytheBirdNerd thank you ☺️ Lesley I love canda Jay🥰
Where I live on Vancouver Island theyre referred to as whiskey jacks’!
@Sewan & Sawen Creations Wait how? Gray jays are protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act therefore not a game bird. Can't tell if you're out here memeing or not haha.
we call them that in Alberta, too. Whiskeyjack, from the Cree name of the legendary Trickster, Weesegechak - a very fitting name, for they are tricky rascals indeed! Gorgeous.
We call them that name here too in Manitoba
They are so cute! 😍 This is my first time seeing Canada jays ❤️
Nice to see you here! They are so cute!! Even though I live in Canada, we don’t get them where I live ☹️, I would love to see them in person! Hope you’re having a wonderful evening!
They're the opposite of Canadian Geese.
@@CenturianEagle hi! 😊 I love seeing new birds
I Don't see canda jay but I love 😘 them
Lol at the little bird pressing its body down to mold the shape of its nest at 7:36. 😂😂 That is adorable.
One fact I'm surprised you didn't include is that they're quiet for a Corvid.
Canada Jays closely resemble what you would call an "oversized Chickadee".
These birds never cease to amaze me. Their ability to mimic other sounds in the forest and seemingly witty personalities are evident for those who observe their behavior. Their soft cuing sounds to loud shrills are interesting. They will it seems make fun of someone who tries to imitate other birds which I try often. That is fun. I recall a few years ago, I was napping on a Spring sunny day while taking a break from a hike and woke to seeing one on my chest. I think he/she saw an opportunity to grab a snack off my eyeball. Yes, they do have a sinister side as well and although they appear social friendly creatures, they are very opportunistic. So, they must be treated with respect, knowing that they are the true masters of their domain.
You say it well, they are my Camp Pal,keeep it low-key robber, beggar or just an awesome friend these birds keep our countries united!
Nice presentation. I learned many things. I see them fairly often here in Colorado. My father always carries mixed nuts on hike and we stop and share with them in they are around.
Very cool! and thanks
I have a pair of these that I share land with i Alaska. They are not skiddish, and will come close. They always seem to be watching. They like to watch what i'm doing and will follow me around when i walk through the woods.
My favorite aspect of the Canada Jay is the camp robber thing, it's adorable and makes them easier to encounter.. but especially that they can be found in Colorado!!
The Gray Jay now called the Canada Jay. was at my sunflower suet feeder, this Feb ‘24. In Sterling Heights, Mich. I was pleasantly surprised.
I've seen these in Lincoln County, NM. I love their songs.
Fantastic little guys! Their nesting & rearing habits seem really smart. Forward thinking & planning ahead - probably why they thrive in those conditions.
I live in the western mountains of Maine, just 23 miles from the Canadian border! I get the Canada Gray Jays at my feeders every Winter! They are charming and so sweet! I look forward to seeing them! Thank you for sharing!
One of my very favorite birds. I grew up in Oregon calling them "camp robbers". When our Scout troop goes winter camping we are kept company by the grey jays. Thank you for the post.
I love following your videos and I learn so much every time. My favourite fact is all the names they go by! I didn’t know that! And their longevity! I met some when I stayed at the Whiteshell for three nights. One turn of my back and they were off with my sandwich! I love them!! Such personalities!!! So bold and cute and mischievous at the same time!
I live in northern Michigan, have never seen one. My friend in northern Minnesota sees them often. I wish I could see these beautiful birds.
I absolutely enjoy your videos - and merch - as I'm disabled and don't get out into the woods and fields any more to enjoy nature. Watching them, I can smell the evergreens, mould, snow and air in my memory; and listen to the beautiful sounds I so miss being a part of. Thank you.
Aww Marguerite, it makes me so happy to know these videos help keep your memory strong of the woods and all it's beautiful scents. Take care and thank you for the nice comment. 🐦♥️
Just saw one of these during a long portage in algonquin last week. I welcomed the company...such a fun and boisterous bird
I grew up in the bush (Boreal Forest) in Northern Ontario. The Whiskey Jack was a constant companion so you never felt alone when out and about. We always carried meat scraps, nuts, fruit etc. in order to feed our little friends. They perch in your hands, eat what they want and follow people who are regular visitors to their woods. Always a hazard to campers, I’ve had them steal meat off a grill at my campsite, never touching the grill nor harming themselves. Dine and dash indeed. I live in the south of Ontario now, and miss these charming Canadian icons. Global warming is decimating their food stores as freezing temperatures are moderating and their food frequently rots. We need to be the custodians of Nature, which we think we are, and save all the wonderful creatures who rely on cold weather to survive.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this, was a nice comment to read.
We have them in northern N. H. ! Some old timers here would call them Canadian Grey Jays. It was so interesting to learn all about them!
This is my favorite bird now. I absolutely love these little guys.
What an interesting bird, The Canada Jay. ❤
I've seen a few Canada Jays. They're really cute!
I never heard of gray jays before, thanks. I like how long they live and how robust they are. Great work, cheers.
THanks
They are "The Hunters Friend", they were guests of honour at Duck or Moose camp, considered good luck and always fed well.
Goose
They most certainly are a hunters friend, my Pop loved them
miss seeing these sweet birds, now that am living in Southern Ontario. am so proud that the Canada Jay has been officially named as the national bird of our country. remember Dan Strickland well.
Thank you for posting your video, I really enjoyed it. I have spent my entire life living among Whiskey Jacks here in the foothills of Alberta. They truly are unique and fascinating birds and I look forward to feeding them every winter.
That is so awesome!
You are very lucky, Alberta is a beautiful province, glad you enjoyed
These little grey ones are so cute aaww, they surely made me smile. I reside in Canada near the U.S. border and i have never seen a gray jay. Before I was fascinated with learning about the different bird species, I thought Vultures and Ravens were the only birds to eat carcass.
Greeted like kin folk by some sweet Canada Jays today in New Mexico Santa Fe National Forest.
They sure were bold and very friendly, sitting on people’s hands and landing on their shoulders to see what goodies the fall ski lift leaf peepers brought up to share. Loved all this great information on this amazing bird.
They are SO cute! Wish we had them in the Finger Lakes region of New York. Canada Jays are on my list!!🧡
They're so cute 😍 I don't guess I'll have the chance to see any here in South Florida though. Thank you Lesley for sharing them with us!
I've lived in Ottawa and Montreal all my life, and was shocked to learn that you've got the gray jay in NL and BC. I've literally worked in wild bird rehab, and have never seen one. Pulled up the map of their range, and it extends across nearly all of Canada - but skips over my part of eastern Ontario and southwest Quebec. Crazy! Thanks for teaching me a thing or two.
I love seeing them while I camp! I’m always sure to treat them to some spare snackies
Same here!
These birds are plentiful here in Saskatchewan. We also call them Whiskey Jack's here like some other provinces. Very friendly bird and easy to photograph. Great video Lesley!
Thanks
Whiskey Jay's? What is the reason behind this?
I love these newly discovered bird! Newly discovered for us that is:)
Fabulous photography! We have these jays on the Northern California Coast near Mendocino. They will come right up to you if you have food--very friendly and adorable.Thank you for this video of a wonderful bird.
We fondly call these guys camp robbers around here. Who doesn't love these guys? If you stop for a picnic they appear out of nowhere and will sit on your head and steal your sandwich out of you hand. So adorable and audacious.
I think you should bring back the Bird Nerd Diaries! I have watched the entire series and would absolutely love to see more.
Yes. I agree and I will very soon.
I have so much on my plate these days
I understand, life can be hard sometimes. I am excited to see Bird Nerd Diaries in the future. Thanks so much for responding! Take care.
Your video brings back memories of countless encounters with Canada Jays over a lifetime of camping, hiking and climbing in the Cascade Range of Washington and Oregon, and many meals shared with the jays (they gave me no choice). 😊
Awe that is awesome, and the no choice thing yep I understand that all to well
Many times, I have shared snacks with these fun birds while hiking in the Colorado Rockies. Also showing up for a snack were Steller's Jays. Not living in Colorado any more, encounters with these birds I greatly miss.
My backyard is the forest! We just moved 2 months ago and have seen them more and more.
We are on the Oregon Coast (not the beach, but in the forest mountains).
Thank you for the beautiful information 😘
I cant wait to see one in person!! I ordered your mates for life tee shirt - my parents and I really enjoy watching your videos!! Love from Alberta :) ♥️
Awe thanks, hope you like it
Lots of them in Alberta!
@@LesleytheBirdNerd I like the name canmp rober😊
Wonderful! Thank you - i have enjoyed these Whiskeyjacks dropping by every morning for breakfast - this was in BC on Black Tusk Mountain. They are so funny!❤👍
More than welcome and thanks for sharing your little story
I like the name whiskey Jay☺️
I saw these birds at Medicine Lake in northeast CA near the Oregon border. They are beautiful bird. Thanks for posting this video.
Lesley, thanks for putting another wonderful bird lesson! I see these in northern MN quite often and are just as you described, sharp eyed and happy to steal a meal from a camper who turns their back. They are one of the highlights of trips into the BWCA and will often eat right out of your hand or off the top of your hat. Now I know so much more about them, thanks again.
You're very welcome!
Thanks for sharing you little story
One landed on my hand once, that was near the ice caves in oregon
It never ceases to amaze me to see you feed the birds by hand you make learning about bird's fun and interesting keep up the great videos .
Many thanks
Thanks for sharing your Canadian birds with us down here in northern Ohio. We saw our first ever White-winged Crossbill and Evening Grosbeaks today. There have also been many sightings of Common Redpolls. These birds are very difficult to find in Ohio. My wife and I have waited the past six years to see them. The only Canadian Jay we have ever seen was in Washington State on the Olympic Peninsula.
I recently moved north to Maine, so maybe I'll get to see some of these characters. I loved hearing the origin of the "whiskey jack" name.
You should be in a good area, fingers crossed
Thank you. Fascinating birds.
They are such amazing birds, in all ways! Thank you for sharing!💕
They remind me of the Siberian jays we have here in northern parts of Norway. They are probably related, also very social towards people. Love them ❤️. Thank you for this wonderful video.
Interesting!
Thanks for watching and glad you liked it
Lesley is the best!
awe thanks
Great video, and thanks for mentioning Dan Strickland. I saw him speak last night on Vancouver Island (where he lives now). It's always so inspiring hearing a bona fide expert share his extensive knowledge about a fascinating subject. One little tidbit of info he shared was a video he took of infanticide, something he had never witnessed or read about with all his years of research! The dominant male did the deed while the dominant female (his mate) was battling the "mother". Even more fascinating is that mother became the mate of the male who killed the chicks the following year! Wild!
Always interesting Lesley. Thanks!
Glad you enjoyed it
@@LesleytheBirdNerd Keep 'em comin'!
Wow! Never heard of this Jay before, fascinating and sooo pretty, I love birds with a black/grey/white tri coloured plumage. We have Coal Tits here in UK, these Jays remind me of them, albeit a much larger version 🥰
I absolutely love your show! You have taught me more about these friends that I have had for close to ten years. Tok Alaska. I love my Canadian jays and I am sure they love being able to stash pounds of seed nuts and meat in winter. Since I watched your show my ten acres has turned into their ten acres. I wish we had
I have had plenty close experiences with these incredibly friendly birds. Easy to find in the winter. We sometimes call the whiskey jacks for their seemingly drunk way they move.
Friendly bird; will land on you for treats. They love potato chips, kept stealing our chips at the camp fire. It was the cutest thing. It was northern BC we'd see them when camping. By far, my favourite bird, along side the ravens and crows.
I was outside my car guiding my wife through a rut on a fire trail in New Hampshire(trying to spot a moose), and she happened to look in the mirror. She said there was a bird following me, as I was walking behind the car for about 30 feet. I thought she was just noticing a coincidence, until I turned around and saw 2 of these birds about 15 feet away from me moving from perch to perch, getting closer. It was the coolest thing I have seen, I had never seen these birds before, I am definitely thankful for Google. My Audubon book I was given as a kid didn't have these listed.
Awe that awesome, thanks for sharing your story
What cuties! And tough too.
Thanks for the information on these adorable looking birds. Have seen them mentioned as Corvids, but I live in Pennsylvania, so have never seen them. I found it very interesting how early in the year they nest! Very smart to have the kids fledged by April in Canada!
lol yes very true
Thanks a lot for watching
Thanks Leslie. I am embarking on our trip to Canada Jay territory today. This was very timely.
Thank you for this video. Bird watching out my back door has become.one of the ways I keep my sanity during this long shelter at home ordeal. I can't visit parks anymore, so I put food out on our deck and watch bird videos. I had not known about Canada jays.
Glad you enjoyed. With any luck at all, this will all end soon and you can get back to the parks
So carnivorous, that surprised me. I would love to meet one in the Pacific Northwest.
Lesley, l love the music at the video Intro. It is so calming , when I turn on to see your birds. Have enjoyed and can relate to love of many beautiful birds here in Kentucky . May you continue to enjoy the birds. Stay Safe. Mary L Hall , USA.
Glad you enjoyed it
Just found this today, after snowmobiling in upper New Hampshire and feeding the Canada Jays Cheez-its on the trails. I always feel like Snow White when they land on your hand, head or shoulder:) Tomorrow I will bring them nesting material.
Thorough and informative! This was my first introduction to the Canada Jay! Loved hearing about its various names & quite surprised to see these cuties eating on carcasses! Thanks, Lesley!
Thankyou
Love the pic of the jay on your boots. Great presentation as always.
Thanks!
I always enjoy your bits of bird knowledge you share with us.
Thank you Miss Lesley our Bird Nerd.
Thank you kindly!
Here in Finland we have a very similar species the siberian jay. Love these little charimsatic corvids
Great video! I’ve lived in Alaska since 1989 and do a lot of remote work up in the interior near Fairbanks. 1 of my FAVE things is seeing ALL these Adorable little Camp Robbers EveryTime. They’re also around where I reside. I never realized they are meat though?! I always thought they just ate seeds and such. Anyways… Love the Content! Fascinating video on in my opinion 1 of the CUTEST little Birds out there. Take care and Be well🙏
They're great birds. We get a few here in northern Michigan. Look like oversized chickadees, and just as friendly.
They are so beautiful. I had the privilege of being able to see one of them from mere feet away up here at Crystal Mountain today. Just flew right to me. I wish I had pulled my phone out but it's not my first instinct like most people lol
They look like a cross of chickadee and a crow! They are so cute.
Wish I could see these guys my blues. Staten Island a little too far south unfortunately. Great content.
Keep them in mind if you ever travel north.
Thankyou
thery so cute
I have these birds where i live in idaho panhandle. Very social with me. Nice birds.
Very cool! I live in the states so I've seen them when I visited more northern areas like Minnesota :)
Great Video! I traveled to the Sax Zim Bog in Minnesota and the Canada Jay was on my list of targets to see. Pleased to say I got to spend some quality time with a couple of these cute characters!
Thats awesome
Glad you got the chance to see them
We have the lighter gray jays here in North Idaho forest area where we live. We have several and love to see them.
I fill my big suet feeder this weekend and a small downy landed on it only like a 2 feet away.
I think they were saying yes they filled the feeders.
And this year I find it more important to fill the suet feeder and other feeders so they have the energy to survive a cold Wisconsin winter.
Im sure each and every one of them will love that
Love this video! I have a mated pair that come to my feeder in the winter and they are always a sight to see💕
I totally agree!
Incredible!!!! Thank you.
I can't wait to see one of these sweethearts some day!
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Maybe one day!
Great choice for Canada's bird. Sounds like a tough little guy.
Fascinating video! I would never have guessed they are in the family with crows.
I've had them in my yard in Northern California for a couple years; I live in a cabin in the woods. Great informative video on these cuties.
I would love to see one of those in person! Thanks for the video and info, and I did!
Thank you for another beautifully produced and informative video.
So nice of you, thanks a lot for watching
Such a beautiful and informative video! Thanks Lesley! I always look forward to them!!!
Thankyou
Oh man! So great. I think, after the bushtits, these are my favourite bird. One of the earliest birds I remember being introduced to when we went skiing, on what was then called Forbidden Plateau, but now part of Mt Washington here on Vancouver Island. We were hiking up on Paradise Meadow this summer, and after the plants, the jays were our highlight, although, they were way more interested in the peanuts we held out, than the native blueberries we held out. I guess they see those all the time! Thanks for another great video.
Thanks for this one Leslie, I do not often see a Canada/Gray Jay in my woods in PEI, but always look forward to my trips to the Canadian Rockies to see them. Bold they are , on one camping trip, a Jay came and ate off the same plate at the same time as I during meal times ....
I can totally see that happening with these guys.
Thanks for sharing your little story with me and glad you enjoyed the video.
I love the name grey jay🥰☝️
I may have just seen a pair in the Oregon area. I had no idea they lived here, and doubted myself that I had identified them correctly. The thing that made them stand out to me was their size - they look bigger than robins. Thank you for the helpful info! I will keep an eye out for them.
Thank you for one of your most Enjpyable videos on the delightful Canada Jay. I don't think I've ever heard of them, and was so glad to hear your descriptive tales of their nature and their many talents. My sister lives in New Mexico, I will have to ask her if she's ever seen them that far south. Thank you again for this great look at a very interesting bird!
Great information, I had no idea they coughed pellets . Best bird ever, Keep up the good work 🙏🐦