Yellow-bellied Sapsucker on a Dwarf Pear Tree in Arkansas
A Yellow-bellied Sapsucker climbed my dwarf pear tree in Arkansas, showing the neat bands of holes these woodpeckers drill in bark.
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Downy Woodpecker on a Suet Log After an Arkansas Snow
Downy Woodpecker snow photo from my Arkansas yard, plus wildlife notes, camera settings, and links to my backyard snow bird series.
Northern Flicker Foraging Around a Tree Stump
Northern Flicker foraging in a tree stump shows its unique feeding habits. Learn how to spot and support this fascinating woodpecker.
Northern Flicker Between Pine Trees
Northern Flicker perched between two pine trees in my yard. Its striking plumage and bold markings make it a standout.
A Rainy Day Wildlife Photography Session
A rainy morning turned into a backyard wildlife photography session as woodpeckers, hummingbirds, and a cottontail rabbit visited my feeders.
Red-bellied Woodpecker On Driftwood
A vibrant Red-bellied Woodpecker visiting my backyard bird habitat in Arkansas. Learn more about this colorful woodpecker species.
The Mystery of Tree Trunk Holes
Discover the causes of tree holes in the Ouachita National Forest—natural decay, animal activity, fire damage, and human intervention.