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
Are these rescued birds? This one seems to be missing a toe too.
George
NKShootSS wrote:
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
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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.
gmontjr2350 wrote:
Are these rescued birds? This one seems to be missing a toe too.
George
No wild birds. Its foot resembles a Velosaraptor hehe
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. 😁
joecichjr
Loc: Chicago S. Suburbs, Illinois, USA
NKShootSS wrote:
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
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Whatta beauty of a shot 💙🟩🏆🟩💙
joecichjr wrote:
Whatta beauty of a shot 💙🟩🏆🟩💙
Thank you, was raised in Chicago. Much quieter here 😉
Thanks, much appreciated 😁
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