On Such Great Heights
I was walking down the trail when I heard a thudding sound above me. I spotted a bird pecking at a tree and doing good work of it too. It was really committed to the task as bits of bark flew everywhere. I took the following video of the pecking action.
I don't know what specific species this bird belongs to, but looking at my trusty copy of Pocket Birds of Canada (Bird, 2016), this might be a Pileated Woodpecker, which can be found through the Southeastern US and the southern areas of Canada, including the west coast.
These birds dig cavities in trees to create nest or look for insect treats. They lay 3-5 eggs once per breeding season. They are the largest woodpecker in North America with wingspans between 26-30 inches (Bird, 2016).
Resources
David M. Bird (Ed). 2016. Pocket Birds of Canada
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You managed to capture it in full action, it's great and so beautiful!😃
When I heard the thumping sound above me, I suspected it was there. I was thrilled to come across it. I also came across dead trees full of holes where they had likely pecked for bugs or placed cavity nests. They're highly productive.
That bird is great and funny!