I heard the “tat tat tat” over my head and finally spotted a Downy Woodpecker on the underside of a branch just above me, industriously pecking away.
He spiraled around the limb, tatting as he went.
Finished inspecting that branch, he moved into a tree that has leafed out and quickly disappeared into the greenery.
Wonderful images, Ellen. I love following these enthusiastic little woodpeckers, which always seemed to be hyper-focused on their work.
Thanks, Mike. They are fun to watch.
These are magnificent photos, Ellen! I do love woodpeckers and the noise they make.
Thank you, Pete! It’s always a treat to hear them and then be able to locate them for a photo.
You are welcome, Ellen. That’s what I try to do in the local woods here, track them through the sound they make. Sometimes it works, and other times they fall silent and you lose the trail.
I’d love to see woodpeckers – the next best thing is seeing your photos!
Aww, that’s sweet, Liz! Thank you. Woodpeckers are a favorite of mine, so industrious and love the black and white of the Downy.
Lovely shots of this sweet little bird!
Thanks, Belinda! I hadn’t seen too many this winter and was happy to find this one.