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Hairy Woodpecker Holds Its Own At Busy Suet Feeder

Watch a male Hairy Woodpecker work hard to claim his spot at the suet feeder.

This Hairy Woodpecker had his hands full while tying to carve out space at the suet feeder on the Cornell Lab FeederWatch Cam. Watch him tussle with European Starlings and Common Grackles in between bites of suet before he finally cedes his position.

Want to draw birds to your yard? Seeds are a great start, but don’t forget suet and other foods! Woodpeckers and lots of other birds love this high-energy treat. Learn more about what different kinds of foods are safe to offer at your feeders.

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