Wednesday, May 27, 2009

Pileated Woodpecker

I spotted this Pileated Woodpecker working on a tall dead tree, just a ways back in the woods. I can see him from my back deck. This is not a great photo but my camera was zoomed as far as it would go. He is facing towards the camera with his head down. You are looking at the top.5.6.09 008cs

I will keep watch of this tree. Perhaps it’s checking out a nesting area.5.6.09 009cs

Or already has one. “Woody” and little “Woodys” ….wouldn’t that be something to watch?!! 

The Pileated Woodpecker eats Carpenter Ants….and there are a lot of them running around here.

4 comments:

  1. Beautiful pictures of the Pileated, Carol... Hope you do get to see some little ones soon... Keep us posted.

    We have Pileated around here --but I haven't seen one when I have my camera with me... I can sure hear them!!!!

    Hugs,
    Betsy

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  2. What fun if you did find a nest! You must be keeping your ant population well down between the woodpecker and the armadillo. I really like the second photo. The dead tree is interesting, and the woodpecker adds a nice accent.

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