Green Jay help please
Jul 27, 2022 11:08:09 #
In May I got to travel to S Texas for my sons graduation from UTRGV. Early one morning I drove to the Birding Center at Benston SP. Wonderful place if you’re ever down there. Very nice supplied blinds to plant myself in and about the only one there that early. Headed for a HOT day. Saw quite a few birds and this beautiful Green Jay.
My question is the bird,s eye. Thought I had several great photos, then noticed no pupil? Does this Jay have a covering closed over its eye? It was near a water source. Was very happy to get these shots but now I’m a bit confused. Help is appreciated and any CC welcome. Thanks in advance Scott
My question is the bird,s eye. Thought I had several great photos, then noticed no pupil? Does this Jay have a covering closed over its eye? It was near a water source. Was very happy to get these shots but now I’m a bit confused. Help is appreciated and any CC welcome. Thanks in advance Scott
Jul 27, 2022 11:11:52 #
Jul 27, 2022 11:15:29 #
NickGee
Loc: Pacific Northwest
NKShootSS wrote:
In May I got to travel to S Texas for my sons grad... (show quote)
Yes. It's called a "nictitating membrane" (an extra eyelid). It's translucent and gives birds the ability to blink (so to speak) yet still be able to see. This is essential for seeing well while in flight as it keeps the eye moist and helps prevent damage from wind and dust.
Jul 27, 2022 11:19:31 #
gmontjr2350 wrote:
Are these rescued birds? This one seems to be missing a toe too.
George
George
No wild birds. Its foot resembles a Velosaraptor hehe
Jul 27, 2022 11:23:11 #
NickGee wrote:
Yes. It's called a "nictitating membrane" (an extra eyelid). It's translucent and gives birds the ability to blink (so to speak) yet still be able to see. This is essential for seeing well while in flight as it keeps the eye moist and helps prevent damage from wind and dust.
Thanks, I thought it was something like that, wasn’t sure. Makes for a unique photo. 😁
Jul 28, 2022 07:28:40 #
Jul 28, 2022 13:47:07 #
Jul 28, 2022 14:52:33 #
NKShootSS wrote:
In May I got to travel to S Texas for my sons grad... (show quote)
Whatta beauty of a shot 💙🟩🏆🟩💙
Jul 28, 2022 16:11:00 #
Jul 28, 2022 18:28:20 #
Jul 28, 2022 18:29:07 #
Jul 28, 2022 18:32:25 #
joecichjr wrote:
Whatta beauty of a shot 💙🟩🏆🟩💙
Thank you, was raised in Chicago. Much quieter here 😉
Jul 28, 2022 18:35:45 #
If you want to reply, then register here. Registration is free and your account is created instantly, so you can post right away.