Hairy vs Downy Woodpecker.

First time I captured a Hairy and downy woodpecker side by side. You can see the difference in the body and bill size.

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Irene said…
Hey ! That's a neat pic !
Bet that doesn't happen very often --
but we have lots more "watching time"
with this nasty virus keeping us
at a stand-still.

Stay well you two !
1:18 pm
Rondeau Ric said…
Thanks Irene, you stay well too.
3:58 pm
Unknown said…
Awesome photo! I love your unique'bird feeder'. Obviously the woodpeckers do too! What are you using to attract those beauties? ♥️
5:24 pm
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