Jay(Scréachóg choille)

Identification Tips

• 1Pinkish-brown body with blue and black barred wing patch
• 2Black moustache stripe
• 3White rump visible in flight
• 4Raises crest when alarmed
• 5Bouncy, undulating flight

Similar Species

Greater-spotted Woodpecker

Jays are pinkish-brown with blue wing patches; woodpeckers are black and white

Description

The most colourful member of the crow family in Ireland. Jays are shy woodland birds but are increasingly visiting gardens. Their blue wing patch is unmistakable.

Habitat

Further Reading

• Jay - BirdWatch Ireland