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Dad keeping watch
KC Foggin

Dad keeping watch (Dryobates pubescens)

Male Downy Woodpecker keeping an eye out for his fledglings who fledged today. I was surprised they weren't up his rear.
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Habitat
Forests, woodlots, willows, river groves, orchards, shade trees. Found in wide variety of habitats, from wilderness areas to second-growth woods to suburban yards, but generally favors deciduous trees.
Location
Yard bird, Myrtle Beach, SC
Date taken
Aug., 2022
Scientific name
Dryobates pubescens
Equipment used
Nikon D90, SIGMA 80-400/4.5-5.6 DG OS. plus a 1+1/4 extender, hand held
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ammadoux
WOW still having nests, that's so cool, i thought only our birds like that.

fabulous closeup for this lovely woody.
 
aloktewari
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Fabulous 🤩 pose, detail, lighting and shot ... awesome 👍😎 work KC 😍 ... TFS
 

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