_Acorn Woodpecker
This woodpecker is known for the unusual habit of squirreling away large quantities of acorns in "granary" trees. These granaries are a lot of work ...
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This woodpecker is known for the unusual habit of squirreling away large quantities of acorns in "granary" trees. These granaries are a lot of work for the woodpecker family as it must be defended from other birds and the acorns need to be turned frequently for them to dry properly. and then moved as they shrink.
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mihrt
February 10, 2022
Fabulous capture !! The soft DOF is just beautiful !!! I didn’t know how they harvested acorns either, amazing birds !
Pamelabole
February 10, 2022
Thank you so much!! We were watching them defend and then care for their loot... they would turn them as they were drying and sometimes move them entirely to a different spot in the tree. Was amazing to watch.
mcampi
February 26, 2022
Perfect rule of 3rd and like the branch leading you into the subject.It’s a masterpiece,
Pamelabole
April 13, 2022
Thank you so much!!! The foggy morning actually helped makes his colors "pop" : )
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