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Red-naped Sapsucker -Juvenile perched on tree trunk where rows of shallow holes have been drilled in the tree bark over a period of years-Sapsuckers return to drlled holes to drink sap and eat insects-A variety of woodpecker. -Montana, USA
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Red-naped Sapsucker -Juvenile perched on tree trunk where rows of shallow holes have been drilled in the tree bark over a period of years-Sapsuckers return to drlled holes to drink sap and eat insects-A variety of woodpecker. -Montana, USA
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Red-naped Sapsucker - Juvenile perched on trunk where rows of shallow holes have been drilled in the tree bark over a period of years
Montana, USA
Sphyrapicus nuchalis
Sapsuckers return to drlled holes to drink sap and eat insects
A variety of woodpecker.
John Cancalosi
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. In this photo print, we catch a glimpse of the mischievous juvenile Red-naped Sapsucker as it perches proudly on a tree trunk adorned with rows of shallow holes. It seems this little woodpecker has found its own personal soda fountain in the heart of Montana! Over the years, this young sapsucker has diligently drilled these holes into the bark, creating a unique masterpiece that not only quenches its thirst but also satisfies its hunger for insects. Talk about multitasking! Who needs fast food when you have your very own all-you-can-eat buffet right at home? This vibrant bird is no ordinary woodpecker - it belongs to an exclusive club known as sapsuckers. With their striking red napes and insatiable appetite for sap, they bring color and excitement to the forests of North America. As if that weren't impressive enough, these resourceful birds return time and again to their handcrafted watering holes, proving that even in nature, loyalty pays off. They know where to find refreshment when they need it most. So next time you stumble upon a rowdy gang of trees with suspiciously neat damage like this one captured by John Cancalosi's lens, remember that behind every hole lies an adventurous story waiting to be discovered – tales of sap-sipping superheroes who turn tree trunks into gourmet dining experiences!
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