This is not a subtle bird. When they are around you know it. Loud calls, even louder chopping wood. It’s the biggest woodpecker in North America.
However, where else would you look to find one than up a tree? Certainly not down by the swamp water.
I don’t stop and wait around when I hear woodpeckers, this area is too dense for a clear shot. If that red head wasn’t in the sun patch I never would have seen him.
He had dropped down for a quick drink. I assume he waited and watched for a while, not the safest place for him.
A good day to take the long way down to a rookery. I don’t get many low opportunities with Pileated woodpeckers.
Never seen a pileated woodpecker drink water. Great shot.
Never seen a pileated drink water. Great shot.
Even though we see them often, first time to catch this 😂😂😂. Thanks.
Seldom see them at ground/water level. Nice series!
Thanks 😄😄. I almost walked right by. Who expected one at that low spot in a swamp 🤣🤣
These are awesome! I’ve put a link on twitter. Well done you.
Thanks Liz. I wonder how many I’ve missed by walking and looking up