Jackdaw’s Impressive Stone Sorting Skills Capture Attention

Wild intelligence on display! Jackdaws are renowned for their cleverness, and one remarkable jackdaw has taken center stage for its impressive stone-sorting skills.

Wildlife photographer Samual Stone captured this extraordinary scene of a jackdaw diligently gathering stones for its nest. The bird appeared to have meticulously arranged the stones according to size, showcasing its problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.

Building new nests every year, jackdaws utilize a wide range of materials, including twigs, branches, feathers, wool, moss, and even animal dung. This particular jackdaw, spotted in London’s Bushy Park, had a clear preference for small stones, a perfect fit for its nest nestled in a hole within the trunk of a half-fallen willow tree.

Witness the Jackdaw’s Talent

To witness this captivating image firsthand, visit the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition. The exhibition also delves into the fascinating world of jackdaw behaviour in the exhibit “Birds: Brilliant and Bizarre.” Discover why these birds intentionally disturb ant colonies and uncover their astonishing intelligence.

Jackdaws belong to the highly intelligent group of corvids, which also includes ravens, jays, and magpies. Challenge your own memory skills in the exhibition’s on-gallery game and see if you can outsmart these remarkable creatures.