Blue Jays, as well as Cardinals, go through a complete molt of their head feathers but they do grow back. During the spring, TWRC Wildlife Center admits hundreds of Blue Jays, both adults and babies.

Birds are perhaps the most colorful group of animals, bringing a splash of color to the natural world around us every day.

The blue jay, having had enough of the hawk, decided to come in close and “give him the business.” A second blue jay arrived and, emboldened by their numbers, the jays became a little more aggressive.

In a Facebook post Friday, Zorge said that it could take two or more years for the hawk’s feathers to return to normal so it can fly again. She also shared a video showing the bird’s injuries.