Saturday, November 25, 2006

And so we heard the hammering...


And just look who had come to visit in the tree line behind our house! I almost peed my pants just standing there in awe of his size and splendor. Welcome Mr. Pileated Woodpecker!
(Um, next time, could you hold your head out of the direct sunlight?)

4 comments:

LauraHinNJ said...

I would love to see one of those! They're as big as a crow, right? So handsome!

Anonymous said...

oh wow, that is a fantastic picture Jayne, I don't think we get them here... if anyone inspires me to get my bird books out and learn more about them, it's you

samtzmom said...

Yes, Laura, he is huge, about the size of a large crow. Really spectacular to see! I was beyond excited to stand there and soak him in.

I am happy that my love for the birds inspires you Katie!

Anonymous said...

OOooo! I just love those birds! I think they look a bit prehistoric. Great picture!