I’ve seen and heard Pileated Woodpeckers near this spot at Magnolia Plantation & Gardens many times. Last week I got a photo op of not just one,

but two, at the side of the exit road as I was headed to my car.

The youngster ducked into hiding while the adult worked his way around this oft trimmed tree.

Finally they came back together, with junior getting a taste of whatever the parent was finding.

June 15, 2023