Pileated Woodpecker

beverleee

9 years ago

Finally got some ok photos of a pileated woodpecker that frequents our property.

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Konrad..just outside of Edmonton Alberta

9 years ago

That is beautiful!

He's having fun on that rotten tree! A example of when you're not cutting down like National parks is when nature can flourish.

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homegrowninthe603
9 years ago
Just beautiful!
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claireplymouth z6b coastal MA
9 years ago
Great picture of a beautiful bird!

Claire
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9 years ago
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Great fun to watch as they rip a branch or tree apart. No pecking with them.

And I love their demented chicken call.

We have a pair in the woods.

Enjoy
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kathy9norcal
9 years ago
Awesome and amazing photo Beverlee. Thanks for posting it. We sure don't get alot of comments on this forum anymore. Too bad.
MsRed Byrd
9 years ago
Wow, he's hard at work... just gorgeous! Thanks for sharing.
catherinet
9 years ago
Your picture is beautiful, as usual Bev!

Konrad........you're so right about nature flourishing, if we just leave it alone.......even all the dying things. There are so many creatures that depend on things that so many people view as "ugly" and are far too eager to take them out.
Pat Z5or6 SEMich
9 years ago
So, so true. Great picture. And great post.
surya55_gw
9 years ago
Thx for sharing!

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