Are You Sure It Isn’t Spring?
Posted on January 9th, 2008 by Ramona
I know that sound of these birds by now. Sounds kinda like a laughing monkey and it’s LOUD. So when I hear this sound I look out to my wooded back yard to scan for huge black and white wings flying between the trees. This pair of Pilleated Woodpeckers visited my feeder and thought the bark-y tree was fascinating- for a couple minutes at least. Thank goodness they took mercy on the lovely tree and refrained from de-barking it. Have you ever seen on of these things shear bark off of a tree? Those beaks are serious!
Anyway, it’s too warm for soups, stews and braises which help me cope with the lack of sunshine in the winter. Nevertheless, I think some biscotti will cheer me up. I think I’ll make some after I take the pups for a walk.
Wow! What a great pic
Thanks Tanya- I happened to have my camera nearby when this pair came along. It’s always a real treat to see them. Especially when they fly-their wingspan is huge!