WINGSCAPES

Everybody Knows Woody

Of all the species of woodpecker commonly seen in North America, the Pileated Woodpecker is certainly the most easily recognized. Its large size and unmistakable, bright red up-swept crest make it instantly recognizable. Of course, the popularity of a certain cartoon character named Woody also helped to make this species the one most people think of when they hear the word "woodpecker."

BirdCam user Joe from Concord, Ohio recently uploaded to the Wingscapes Photo Gallery this image he recorded during the past winter of this iconic woodpecker demonstrating its remarkable ability to feed even while hanging upside down. Thanks Joe!

Lion Guardians in Africa Put the BirdCam to Use

Living with Lions is a research and conservation group in Kenya, and Lion Guardians is a program designed to reduce pressure on lions by employing local Maasai warriors to protect the lions from illegal killing.

 In April of this year, the Lion Guardians received a Wingscapes BirdCam as a gift from Sheri and Owen Hogle from the Wild Bird Center in Utah. Since then they've been putting their BirdCam to good use!

They have set up their BirdCam to take photos of wildlife around camp. So far, they've captured some beautiful birds, and even a snake!

We love to keep an eye on their blog and can't wait to see more photos from Africa.