Baby Jay all alone

hobble · #1 (**permalink**) 15-08-2008, 06:50 PM

We have a baby jay visiting at the moment who seems unable to fly.
I have thought about trying to catch him but do not want to frighten him off as he is feeding well and may build up more strength.
I am seeing off the magpies which are waiting to bully him.
Here is a picture of him with one of his new friends.

Jason Green · #2 (**permalink**) 15-08-2008, 06:54 PM

Well done for looking after him

His wing looks a bit 'awkward' - the one with his friend

Is he getting enough to eat? I'd imagine he's dependant on the food in the garden if he can't fly off in search.

shei111 · #3 (**permalink**) 18-08-2008, 04:08 PM

Hello I think its a case of hoping for the best for him, while hes eating he do stand a chance. shei.

deer boy · #4 (**permalink**) 18-08-2008, 08:25 PM

Lovely pics hobble hope he can build up his energy & fly

galanthus · #5 (**permalink**) 18-08-2008, 08:31 PM

Hopefully he'll strengthen up and whizz off into the distance. Until then enjoy him, he's gorgeous

Jason Green · #6 (**permalink**) 18-08-2008, 08:50 PM

What's the latest, Hobble?

hobble · #7 (**permalink**) 19-08-2008, 09:37 AM

He is still visiting us, but still seems unable to fly.
I wish it was not raining all the time on him, he looks quite sad.
Last visit last evening.
I will keep you posted.

stephen p · #8 (**permalink**) 19-08-2008, 01:45 PM

Poor little thing!

Keep feeding him and looking out for him and i reckon he'll be fine.

And Mr. Squirrel will look out for him

Lance Morgan · #9 (**permalink**) 19-08-2008, 01:54 PM

It looks quite healthy to me and is obviously feeding OK. If you are feeding it i'm sure it will be OK and take care of itself

Ruth Daniel · #10 (**permalink**) 19-08-2008, 01:58 PM

He does appear to look healthy doesn't he?
Fingers crossed that he manages to find some shelter from this dreadful rain.
Do keep us up to date hobble.