Monday, February 18, 2013

Acorn Woodpeckers

We had a wonderful, relaxing family outing this weekend in the Caspers Wilderness area south east of where we live. I was fascinated by all the acorns stuck in the holes of this tree trunk.
 I learned that this acorn woodpecker, as it's name implies, creates granaries in which thousands of acorns are stored in holes drilled in tree trunks for future consumption.
 We enjoyed a yummy picnic lunch before doing more exploring!


1 comment:

  1. Wow Casper Wilderness looks like a great place for hiking and exploring. Looks like it was a beautiful day for some "Fun Family Time." Hugs and kisses to all of you.

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