Jays

Jays are members of the crow family but are actually quite difficult to see. They are  shy woodland birds and don't often move from cover. They give a screaming call when on the move which lets you know they are about. Jays are famous for their acorn feeding habits and are distinctive with  a white rump. They are situated in most of the United Kingdom except for Northern Scotland. They live in both coniferous and deciduous woodland , parks and mature woodland. Jays are easier to see in the autumn as they will be travelling in search of acorns. Their diet consists of mainly acorns , nuts , seeds and insects but also the nestlings of other birds and small mammals.