Discover how to attract downy woodpeckers to your yard. These beautiful birds can take care of pest control for you by eating ...

From their tree-climbing abilities to extraordinary hearing, there are plenty of interesting facts to learn about the ...

Because these little birds can be a big nuisance.

Woodpeckers aren’t just fascinating to watch—they’re also vital for backyard ecosystems. By offering the right shelter and ...

The brain of a woodpecker experiences a seemingly catastrophic impact every time beak meets wood. "When you see these birds in action, hitting their head against a tree quite violently, then as humans ...

Hawks and owls are powerful symbols in the sky. But what about other birds? Well, add woodpeckers to the list. Across cultures and spiritual traditions, woodpeckers have been celebrated as powerful ...

Spring is my favorite time of the year. The pleasant weather is a call to open the windows of our homes and be treated to the smells of spring flowers, fresh cut grass and the sounds of birds doing ...

You've almost certainly seen this crop up in your Twitter feed more than once. It's a picture of a weasel riding a woodpecker. And it's pretty incredible. This is what the amateur photographer who ...