The Red Headed Woodpecker
The Red Headed Woodpecker – I am still working on getting a good photo of this bird. I only see this one when I am in Illinois. They are a fast bird and easy to spot with the bright red and white feathers.
Of course, I was walking one morning, without a camera, which I have always told myself never to do. This woodpecker landed on a tree right in front of my at eye level. I can only shake my head at how that would have been a great shot.
Normally I am pointing my camera straight up into the trees to photograph this bird. Birding is always a challenge, a fun one at that.
Have a great weekend.
The Red Headed Woodpecker
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By Sandra J
22 Replies to “The Red Headed Woodpecker”
What a cutie
Thank you
Such a inspiring shot
Thank you very much ☺️
Such vibrant coloring on this woodpecker. I saw one at Lake Erie Metropark, but it was too quick for me and I was either in the car or the camera was put away, so no go.
They are easy to spot in the spring..
Yes they are, such vibrant coloring for their head!
What a beauty!
We here on Whidbey Island, WA have several of these beauties; especailly the Pileated Woodpecker.
How nice, I do have the Pileated up where we live, but this red headed one doesn’t make it that far north for me. 🙂
These are goog shots. Aren’t they yours?? 🤣😎🙃
Yes, I try and photograph this one every year when we pass through Illinois, never get a great shot though. 🙂
Striking colors and contrast. I’ve spotted one in Central Illinois this past week.
Yes, I just saw one here in Iowa yesterday. I have never seen one here before.
Gorgeous!
Thank you 😊
You are very welcome. 🙂
A challenging bird to capture, for sure! You did a nice job.
Thank you again , have a wonderful weekend
Same to you, Sandra!
Fantastic Pictures.
Thank you very much ☺️