I've been watching a pair of Downy woodpeckers for the last month or so. They come to the feeder, snag some sunflower seeds and will often fly up into the tree and "bury" the seeds in what's left of a broken branch. They hammer them in, make sure they're in place, and just drop about 15 feet without their wings to the branch that's just above the feeder. Then the process starts all over again. I'm guessing they are "planting " food for their future offspring to feed on and will lead them to the stash when they're ready. Who ever said birds don't lead interesting lives!
Here's Pops with his beautiful red head.
Mom
And Mom doing some afternoon planting...
They are fascinating creatures!
Here's Pops with his beautiful red head.
Mom
And Mom doing some afternoon planting...
They are fascinating creatures!