Northern flicker (Colaptes auratus) at its nest hole. The open bill of one of its young is calling from the hole. This woodpecker is also known as a yellowhammer. It inhabits woodland and forested areas throughout North and Central America. It excavates its nest hole by hammering at a tree trunk or post with its sharp bill. It lays between 3 and 10 eggs in the nest hole,which it incubates for up to two weeks. The young take up to a month to fledge. The northern flicker feeds mainly on insects,but also feeds on fruits and seeds. Photographed in Michigan,USA | |
Licence : | Droits gérés |
Crédit: | Science Photo Library / Presti, Manuel |
Taille de l’image : | 2048 px × 3072 px |
Model Release : | Non requis |
Property Release : | Non requis |
Restrictions : | - |