Woodpeckers
Woodpeckers are distinguished by their strong, pointed beaks and an undulating flight pattern. The pointed beak,
along with a long, sticky tongue, help this bird reveal and capture insects and grubs underneath tree bark.Woodpeckers
also have stiffened tail feathers which they press against a tree for support.
Read Morealong with a long, sticky tongue, help this bird reveal and capture insects and grubs underneath tree bark.Woodpeckers
also have stiffened tail feathers which they press against a tree for support.
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Red-bellied Woodpecker male at nest in golden evening light at Coconut Creek, Florida. Ful lframe.
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