Jay Garrulus glandarius
The Eurasian jay is a common bird with a wide distribution within Europe and Asia. It can also be found as far south as parts of northern Africa and Iran, and across to the islands of Japan.
About the size of a jackdaw, it is one of the most colourful members of the crow family, though it is a shy bird and few get the opportunity to inspect a live one closely. The first impression is of a light reddish-brown body,
