The Blue Jay is rather big for a backyard bird. Its vibrant blue stands out and draws attention. They love the peanuts and will come close to retrieve them. They can be rather loud and raucous. This summer they have been tame compared to the grackles. Several of them, possibly a family or two have been visiting regularly. They all have been unusually polite...so far. The squirrels have been the bravest and most persistent. I have three favorite coffee mugs. One is a blue jay, one is a dragonfly, and the 3rd is a hummingbird. I think I need to find a squirrel mug. Today I saw my first hummingbird for the summer of '23. It came close to the kitchen window to make sure I noticed it had arrived. I don't put out the sugar water until I see the first one. The red flower feeder is clean and ready to be filled
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