Episode 119: Head Banging Pileated Woodpecker

Episode 119: Head Banging Pileated Woodpecker

With the recent news of nearly 3 billion birds disappearing from North America in the last nearly 50 years this week chose an icon, the Pileated Woodpecker. Woodpeckers capture the wonder of many, but are misunderstood, as to their ecological importance. Not to mention, just how do they hammer their heads against trees day in and day out. Get ready for another exciting podcast. Patreon: Please considering supporting us at Patreon HERE. For one cup of good coffee a month you can support your favorite podcast and give back to conservation. We also offer bonus episodes and supporter only content. We just released our Sperm Whale episode for our Patreon supports, with more content on its way. We also donate portions of what we raise to a conservation organization each month. Show notes HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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