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April 2015

Red-headed Woodpecker

Melanerpes erythrocephalus

This appears to be a young adult who is just now molting into its breeding plumage.

Hanover
York County, PA

Nikon D610 ,Nikkor 80 - 400 mm VR

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Hank Vander Velde25-Apr-2015 23:16
Nice shot of this rather scruffy-looking Woodpecker Ann.
Buz Kiefer25-Apr-2015 18:37
Beautiful detail and interesting behavior photo. Like how he uses the tail as a counter-balance. Vote.
Tom Munson25-Apr-2015 16:43
Nice work, Ann. Wish we had them in our area.
larose forest photos25-Apr-2015 15:23
Wow, a lovely sight to see. Not often we get these around here. V
Stephanie25-Apr-2015 12:17
Lucky you to capture this beautiful woodpecker! BV
Did you shoot this near home?
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