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Woodpeckers

“Woodpeckers: Drummers of the forest. Capture their powerful pecking and vibrant plumage. From tiny downy woodpeckers to large pileated woodpeckers, explore their diverse habitats. Photograph their specialized bills and strong feet, showcasing their adaptations for climbing and foraging. Learn about their role in insect control and creating nesting cavities.

Red-headed Woodpeckers at Sequoyah Refuge

April 30, 2025March 26, 2025 by Steve Creek
Two Red-headed Woodpeckers on a dead tree, one perched outside and the other peeking from the nest cavity, against a clear blue sky.

A pair of Red-headed Woodpeckers build their nest in a dead tree at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge on a quiet spring morning.

Categories Bird Photography, Red-headed Woodpeckers, Woodpeckers Tags Birdwatching, cavity nesters, oklahoma birds, red-headed woodpecker, sequoyah national wildlife refuge, spring birds, Wildlife Photography, woodpecker nesting 1 Comment

Downy Woodpecker’s Birdhouse Inspection

December 20, 2024October 9, 2023 by Steve Creek
Downy Woodpecker Inspecting Birdhouse

A wildlife photography blog post about photographing a Downy Woodpecker investigating a birdhouse in my front yard here in Arkansas.

Categories Arkansas Wildlife Locations, Bird Photography, Downy Woodpeckers, Lavaca, Woodpeckers Tags Bird behavior, Bird photography, Birdwatching, Downy Woodpecker, Wildlife Photography

Downy Woodpeckers in My Yard Here In Arkansas

December 20, 2024September 27, 2023 by Steve Creek
Downy Woodpecker Traversing Vertical Driftwood

Steve Creek, a wildlife photographer in Arkansas, shares images and experiences with Downy Woodpeckers visiting his backyard feeders this summer.

Categories Arkansas Wildlife Locations, Bird Photography, Downy Woodpeckers, Lavaca, Woodpeckers Tags Backyard birds, Bird photography, Downy Woodpecker, Wildlife Photography 2 Comments

The Journey of a Red-bellied Woodpecker Fledgling

December 20, 2024July 18, 2023 by Steve Creek
A Close-up of a Confident Red-bellied Woodpecker Fledgling

Today, I bring you an update on the Red-bellied Woodpecker fledgling’s progress, shedding light on its remarkable transformation and newfound confidence.

Categories Arkansas Wildlife Locations, Bird Photography, Lavaca, Red-bellied Woodpeckers, Woodpeckers Tags Bird behavior, Feeder, fledgling, Wildlife Photography 2 Comments

Exploring Red-Bellied Woodpecker Nesting

December 24, 2024June 30, 2023 by Steve Creek
Red-Bellied Woodpecker Peeking from Tree Trunk Cavity

Experience the wonder of Red-bellied Woodpeckers nesting, from feeding their young to captivating bird feeder interactions.

Categories Bird Photography, Red-bellied Woodpeckers, Woodpeckers Tags Bird behavior, Bird feeders, Nesting birds, Parental Care, Wildlife Photography

Downy Woodpecker Upside-Down

December 20, 2024June 28, 2023 by Steve Creek
Downy Woodpecker Hanging Upside Down

Explore the captivating world of Downy Woodpeckers as a wildlife photographer captures a delightful moment of a woodpecker hanging upside down.

Categories Arkansas Wildlife Locations, Bird Photography, Downy Woodpeckers, Woodpeckers Tags Backyard Photography, Downy Woodpecker, Suet Feeder, Wildlife Photography

Charming Red-bellied Woodpecker Fledgling

December 20, 2024June 27, 2023 by Steve Creek
A Close Encounter with a Red-bellied Woodpecker Fledgling

Today, I want to share with you the fascinating story of a Red-bellied Woodpecker fledgling that has become a frequent visitor to my yard here in Arkansas.

Categories Bird Photography, Red-bellied Woodpeckers, Woodpeckers Tags Arkansas backyard wildlife, Bird feeder visitor, Close-up bird photography, Intergenerational struggles in birds, Wildlife Photography

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