Wood Peckers

Introduction

Wood peckers are specially designed to peck through the bark of trees to hunt insects. They will also nest in hollowed out trees, poles, and other similar places.

Types of Woodpeckers

Sapsuckers

These interesting creatures are part of the wood pecker family, but instead of hunting for bugs, they hunt for sap.

Reliant Species

Other Bird Species

Various species of bird will adopt abandoned woodpecker holes to nest in.

Hummingbirds

As sapsuckers head north along their migratory routes in the Americas, humming birds follow along behind and drink from the sapsucker holes when they can't find nectar.

Tools & Apps

Africa

Namibia

North America

USA

Minnesota

Resources & Guides

How-To Guide