tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3915113069723845995.post5524451795456702381..comments2024-03-04T08:15:23.887-06:00Comments on JOYFUL REFLECTIONS: Woodpeckers in the GladeBetsy Banks Adamshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16223591156634767330noreply@blogger.comBlogger44125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3915113069723845995.post-59160307255606911512011-05-18T10:08:03.266-05:002011-05-18T10:08:03.266-05:00Had a Northern Flicker Woodpecker in my backyard t...Had a Northern Flicker Woodpecker in my backyard this morning. It was Beautiful. It was also the first time we've ever seen one.briankdoty11866https://www.blogger.com/profile/05041246385418339002noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3915113069723845995.post-39475572153624735882011-02-09T16:02:29.393-06:002011-02-09T16:02:29.393-06:00Hi James, Since I don't have an email for you...Hi James, Since I don't have an email for you --or a blog address, I'll have to leave a comment here for you. Hope you get it...<br /><br />Pileated Woodpecker<br />Length<br /> 15.7–19.3 in<br /> 40–49 cm<br />Wingspan<br /> 26–29.5 in<br /> 66–75 cm<br />Weight<br /> 8.8–12.3 oz<br /> 250–350 g<br /><br />Yes---it is a HUGE bird.. I have lots and lots of pictures of Pileated Woodpeckers on my blog. Go to my labels on my sidebar and scroll down to Woodpeckers... You'll see them at my suet feeder, on my deck rail and all over the place. They are my favorite bird for sure.<br /><br />Thanks for stopping by.<br />Betsy<br />IBetsy Banks Adamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16223591156634767330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3915113069723845995.post-34411634299402310952011-02-09T15:35:06.381-06:002011-02-09T15:35:06.381-06:00I live in Cannon county.I bought my house 7 yrs. a...I live in Cannon county.I bought my house 7 yrs. ago.And have lived in Tn.11 yrs.About 2 months ago I saw this giant woodpecker in my back yard.Needless to say I freaked out.I thought it was some kind of new rare breed.But after seeing your blog,I guess not.How much do these Pileated Woodpeckers weigh?Cuz I see this one everyday and it's bigger then my neighbors chickens! - J. SpeedUnknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17992297702906567982noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3915113069723845995.post-81959196614052857092009-01-16T23:58:00.000-06:002009-01-16T23:58:00.000-06:00Hi Mary, I do know how lucky I was to get his pic...Hi Mary, I do know how lucky I was to get his picture!!! Come spring--and I'll keep looking to see if he comes back.Betsy Banks Adamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16223591156634767330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3915113069723845995.post-59061425399814456542009-01-16T19:36:00.000-06:002009-01-16T19:36:00.000-06:00DO YOU KNOW HOW RARE A RED-HEADED WOODPECKER IS AR...DO YOU KNOW HOW RARE A RED-HEADED WOODPECKER IS AROUND HERE? You lucky lady!Maryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02040099513110890878noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3915113069723845995.post-64679812173913459182009-01-15T22:24:00.000-06:002009-01-15T22:24:00.000-06:00Thanks Daisy.... I never knew much about woodpecke...Thanks Daisy.... I never knew much about woodpeckers either until I started studying them.Betsy Banks Adamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16223591156634767330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3915113069723845995.post-44588601507233487362009-01-15T22:16:00.000-06:002009-01-15T22:16:00.000-06:00Such wonderful woodpecker photos, Betsy. I never ...Such wonderful woodpecker photos, Betsy. I never realized how many different kinds of them there are! :DConniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03865193802444007545noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3915113069723845995.post-53906548285826256472009-01-15T13:37:00.000-06:002009-01-15T13:37:00.000-06:00Hi Jessica... I thought you'd enjoy my woodpecker ...Hi Jessica... I thought you'd enjoy my woodpecker pictures since you love woodpeckers like I do.<BR/><BR/>Thanks Tammy... I like that silhouette one also. That's why I included it. I 'sorta' have records of the birds in our yard --since I began birding last summer. BUT--you are right... I need to get all of the info in one journal. Thanks!!!Betsy Banks Adamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16223591156634767330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3915113069723845995.post-70814724764390217962009-01-15T10:24:00.000-06:002009-01-15T10:24:00.000-06:00Wow, Betsy! You have some great pictures of the w...Wow, Betsy! You have some great pictures of the woodpeckers and other birds! I especially love the silouette of the woodpecker! Have you thought of keeping a nature journal? You keep a record of all the birds seen in your yard (or any other thing from nature). You can put pictures too and label them with the name (and date seen). That would be a great thing to have! We have started doing that a little bit...we've taken pictures of wild flowers and even pressed some for our nature notebook. I'm going to try to do better this year on keeping that up. I think you would be great at it!<BR/><BR/>:) TammyTammy ~ Country Girl at Home ~https://www.blogger.com/profile/15357964198971943168noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3915113069723845995.post-41839945883840286612009-01-15T10:17:00.000-06:002009-01-15T10:17:00.000-06:00Hi Betsy! I did stop by yesterday and see your wo...Hi Betsy! I did stop by yesterday and see your woodpecker post. I love it, as woodpeckers are some of my favorites. I am especially envious of your Red Headed! He's a beauty! I have seen a Red Headed once at my brother-in-laws house. Red Headed Woodpeckers seem to be declining in our area. And you got some great shots of the Flicker. I was so excited to see mine this morning. <BR/><BR/>Thanks for sharing all the woodpecker photos. I love being able to see all the wonderful birds on other blogs.Jessicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11757749865855698814noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3915113069723845995.post-2002031174518284102009-01-15T08:31:00.000-06:002009-01-15T08:31:00.000-06:00Ha Leedra.... Nobody said anything to us when we p...Ha Leedra.... Nobody said anything to us when we put up the pie plates---but I'll be willing to bet that some of them wondered what kind of 'decorations' we were putting up in February!!!! ha ha..<BR/><BR/>We are lucky as to where we live in the Glade. We're in one of the 'older' areas where the homes aren't too large--and the people seem like regular folks.. If there are 'uppity' people, we haven't met them thank goodness.Betsy Banks Adamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16223591156634767330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3915113069723845995.post-21314795761290485142009-01-15T00:10:00.000-06:002009-01-15T00:10:00.000-06:00You got them all. Never seen a Hairy, so it will ...You got them all. Never seen a Hairy, so it will be special if you capture him.<BR/><BR/>As I sat here reading your story I can just see the reaction to the pie plates in the breeze. At the Glade? I am sure you have met some uppity(?) people at the Glade. That part had me laughing.<BR/><BR/>You are becoming quite the story teller.<BR/><BR/><A HREF="http://leedrasphotosforfun.blogspot.com" REL="nofollow">Leedra’s Photos For Fun</A><BR/><A HREF="http://photographybyleedra.blogspot.com" REL="nofollow">Photography By Leedra</A>Leedrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04914177127665868671noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3915113069723845995.post-28822633704333402982009-01-14T23:18:00.000-06:002009-01-14T23:18:00.000-06:00Jayne--Well, if and when I see the Red-head again...Jayne--Well, if and when I see the Red-head again, I'll definitely share him/her. I was lucky to get a good picture that one time...<BR/><BR/>Mildred--The red-head is one of my fav's also---but I only saw him that ONE time. They are probably around and I just hadn't seen them. Hopefully, I will in spring. We have LOTS of Pileated and Red-bellied though.<BR/><BR/>Sally-I just have a point and shoot digital comera--but it does okay. My hubby's camera does much better when zooming!!!! My relationship with the birds is 99% GOOD. especially since we haven't had anymore woodpeckers pecking on the house.<BR/><BR/>Cedar--I love the Flicker also.. Such a beautiful bird!!! AND--the Red-headed is gorgeous. Hope I see more of them in Spring.<BR/><BR/>Mary--That Pileated was pecking on a stump inour side yard. You should see what a mess he made of that stump in just a few minutes!!! Wooooo!<BR/><BR/>Suz---I've heard woodpeckers pecking on some of the electric poles in our area.. TALK about making alot of noise... AND--when they peck on someone's siding---YIPES... Yes, I'll bet the neighbors thought that the funny-farm people had moved in here!!!! Just close your eyes and imagine all of those pie plates hanging all over the place!!! ha ha<BR/><BR/>Woody--Glad I could help you identify the Northern Flicker. They are so beautiful --and DIFFERENT. When he stands up and sticks that head up the air, he's just precious!!! I didn't know all of my birds either--until I started studying them this past summer. It's still hard to identify them--and I haven't even tried to learn the big birds (like hawks, etc.) yet.<BR/><BR/>Hi MB, That's strange about the Red-bellied pecking on a window. We have lots of windows and sliding glass doors--and so far, we haven't had any trouble with the birds hitting the windows or pecking on them. I've heard of a Cardinal seeing itself staring into that window for hours. But we haven't noticed anything like that here.<BR/><BR/>Hi Pige--I agree that it helps showing birds in groups like this---showing the differences. That makes learning about that group of birds easier..<BR/><BR/>Tina--- Yes, that's Pete. He and Petunia visit our feeders every day --several times. And when I'm outside, Pete hollers at me from the trees. I love the Flickers also.. They are different which makes them special.<BR/><BR/>Barb-- Yes, the Pileated are magnificent birds... I had never seen one til that day--and I still don't know whether it was them (or another woodpecker) who was pecking on our house. At the time, I thought it was the Pileated. Well--at least, they quit pecking --so they are my friends!!!! Sorry about the Starlings. Hopefully we won't get them.. BUT--we do have our share of Pine Siskins.<BR/><BR/>Carla---Isn't that Red-head gorgeous??? I hope I see more of them this spring.. We do live in a gorgeous place, don't we?<BR/><BR/>Cassie-- If he was huge and had a loud 'call' --it was probably a Pileated Woodpecker.<BR/><BR/>Ruth---Glad you got to see a Pileated in your yard. Did you get a picture???<BR/><BR/>Barb--That's why I added the silhouette picture. I like it too. Thanks!<BR/><BR/>Rose--Wood Woodpecker is actually based on a Red-headed Woodpecker I think. Flickers --like most woodpeckers, seem to love to peck on something that makes noise.... Don't know why!!!!<BR/><BR/>Michelle--Isn't it interesting that we both posted woodpecker blogs on the exact same day?????? Around here, they seem to peck on most anything.... don't know why!<BR/><BR/>Dot--You can always hear if the Pileated Woodpeckers are around. Their call is LOUD. Interesting story from your brother-in-law!<BR/><BR/>Dorothy---Yes, I love the Red-headed one also.. I only saw him ONCE--so hopefully, I'll see him again this spring--and MORE of them (I hope). <BR/><BR/>Sue--The Pileated has a LOUD call for sure. He's awakened us many a morning in the summer when our windows are opened!!!! Of course, the Cardinals are the first ones up---chipping outside my window begging me to bring their breakfast outside for them!!!!<BR/><BR/>Oh Neal---you'll never imagine how often George wishes he had a gun (even a BB gun) to help us get rid of our chipmunks and squirrels... Hopefully, the woodpeckers won't ever peck on our home again. HOPEFULLY!!! ha.... Hmmm about that female remark!!!!! No comment... ha<BR/><BR/>Hey Donna---Yes---they definitely are the Glade Woodpeckers!!!! Ain't we lucky???? ha ... The Red-headed ones are gorgeous. I hope to see more of them in spring.<BR/><BR/>Judy--I think that woodpeckers like to HEAR themselves peck.. The more noise they make, the better!!!! When one pecks on our utility pole, you can hear it blocks away. The wind chimes seem to help. Our home is totally wood--and we have tons of trees around the yard. They have not pecked on our house since about 2002.<BR/><BR/>Tom--I always thought that the Red-headed woodpecker was Woody Woodpecker... BUT--maybe I'm wrong. I did love Woody though--no matter which woodpecker he is.<BR/><BR/>Shelley--I love them too.. That Flicker is so unique. The aluminum plates worked and so do the wind chimes. Good Luck!!! Hopefully, they won't peck on your cabin.<BR/><BR/>Gill--So there aren't woodpeckers in Canada, or at least that you know of --in your area. BUT---you have so many other great things in Canada that we don't have here, like SNOW!!! ha ha <BR/><BR/>Deb---I love the Pileated also... Have you heard his 'call'???? It is LOUD. I'd love to see a Hairy sometime. Maybe in Spring!!???<BR/><BR/>Helen--Yes, I do love woodpeckers. Glad we got rid of the pecking on our house before more damage was done. Luckily, that won't happen again!!! Thanks!<BR/><BR/>Kallen---Sorry work has been so bad. Hopefully it will improve SOON. Hang in there!!! Glad I could bring a smile to your face.<BR/><BR/>Thanks Diane--I love the Flicker also. He is unique--and does look like he has a bow tie on.. What a cutie!!<BR/><BR/>Bernie, You've got a deal... As soon as I 'catch' a Red-head, I'll put in on my private jet and send it to you!!!! You can then send me a Hairy!!!! Great idea!!! haBetsy Banks Adamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16223591156634767330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3915113069723845995.post-91398488615424925202009-01-14T21:24:00.000-06:002009-01-14T21:24:00.000-06:00I love your red headed woodpeckers. Let's do a bi...I love your red headed woodpeckers. Let's do a bird exchange. I've got some Hairy's that would enjoy a vacation to your feeder.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3915113069723845995.post-64529632939961036292009-01-14T20:01:00.000-06:002009-01-14T20:01:00.000-06:00Great woodpecker and flicker pictures. The one pi...Great woodpecker and flicker pictures. The one picture looks like he's wearing a bow tie!Dianehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03076978036919134529noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3915113069723845995.post-36877276023277181502009-01-14T19:55:00.000-06:002009-01-14T19:55:00.000-06:00LOVE your post. I have had a lousy work week and ...LOVE your post. I have had a lousy work week and miss my birds so much. Seeing your pictures put a smile on my face. I love those woodpeckers.Kimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05539583838978744802noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3915113069723845995.post-47929884829100259532009-01-14T18:46:00.000-06:002009-01-14T18:46:00.000-06:00Ah, you've just gotta love woodpeckers - years bac...Ah, you've just gotta love woodpeckers - years back,they made a hole in my cedar house in Atlanta, and starlings moved in! What a mess! Your WP photos are great.The Birdladyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16712686748252506783noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3915113069723845995.post-53863385021749959422009-01-14T16:46:00.000-06:002009-01-14T16:46:00.000-06:00Absolutely wonderful shots! Love the Pileated wood...Absolutely wonderful shots! Love the Pileated woodpecker (Woody W!). I used to have hairy w's drill my siding. Drove my indoor cats crazy!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3915113069723845995.post-39021223086655938852009-01-14T15:35:00.000-06:002009-01-14T15:35:00.000-06:00I have never ever seen a woodpecker before. What ...I have never ever seen a woodpecker before. What an interesting post Betsy, you are such a joy.......<BR/><BR/>Gill in CanadaGill - That British Womanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17456247587052149765noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3915113069723845995.post-4160641086204681592009-01-14T14:48:00.000-06:002009-01-14T14:48:00.000-06:00Just love those pileated woodpeckers as well as th...Just love those pileated woodpeckers as well as those flickers! You got some great shots! So far (knock on wood - ha!) the woodpeckers haven't knocked on our log cabin, but if they do - I'll get the aluminum plates out!Shelleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17534904024320623895noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3915113069723845995.post-22132422854881243442009-01-14T13:56:00.000-06:002009-01-14T13:56:00.000-06:00Betsy: I love your photos of Woody Woodpecker. I c...Betsy: I love your photos of Woody Woodpecker. I can't help think of that when I see a Pileated Woodpecker. They are real beauties.This Is My Blog - fishing guyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03826128050970967135noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3915113069723845995.post-78695629948502789352009-01-14T13:55:00.000-06:002009-01-14T13:55:00.000-06:00I have a totally brick house and one morning last ...I have a totally brick house and one morning last year I woke up to what I thought was a jackhammer running in my street. It was a woodpecker pecking on my gutter!!<BR/>There are at least 22 very large oak trees in my yard and he was sitting up there pecking on the gutter.... If this happens again, I am off to buy windchimes.Judyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12078537002880283509noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3915113069723845995.post-9327590132805811752009-01-14T13:10:00.000-06:002009-01-14T13:10:00.000-06:00I heard about those glade woodpeckers. We have mos...I heard about those <I>glade woodpeckers</I>. We have most of those but I haven't seen a red headed woodpecker since we left MS. They hung out near the lake. He is striking. <BR/>DonnaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3915113069723845995.post-59426979325882302972009-01-14T12:59:00.000-06:002009-01-14T12:59:00.000-06:00A shotgun works also. :) Seriously, I think they ...A shotgun works also. :) Seriously, I think they are pretty but they can do a lot of damage. Carpenter bees can also do a lot of damage. They make a hole on the underside of wood so they don't get water in it when it rains. Only the female can sting (kind of like humans huh? :) )Nealhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05153009268038849033noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3915113069723845995.post-79938198426997599422009-01-14T12:53:00.000-06:002009-01-14T12:53:00.000-06:00We only have the downy here, but I remember the fi...We only have the downy here, but I remember the first time I saw/heard a Pileated Woodpecker. It was in the state park right outside the Episcopal Convent of All Saints Sisters of the Poor. His scream woke us up...our grandson was 4 and it really scared him! Yesterday we saw a redheaded yesterday while we were geocaching.Sue Seiberthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15079271353907261500noreply@blogger.com