Pileated Woodpecker [Contest Finalists June 2005]
Uploaded: June 16, 2005 03:15:21
You can imagine my surprise a couple of weeks ago as I sat here in my typical morning mode commenting on photos, when I heard a loud crash at the window behind me. This poor guy had flown right into my window, and landed tail up below.
Stephanie Lyons June 16, 2005
These are the largest woodpeckers in North America - about 15 inches long. It took about 20 minutes before he could get himself settled enough to be able to fly away.(The funny part of this story is when he took a nose dive to the ground below - he did JUST that! Remember the old Woody Woodpecker cartoons?!) His poor beak was about half covered with sand! I cropped this so that the dirt was gone, and to get more details of his beauty. #264088
Dolores Neilson June 16, 2005
I am so sorry this woodpecker was injured...but what can you do?? That's's life.Colleen Braun June 16, 2005
great capture, must have hurt... #1475925Vicki Hunt June 16, 2005
What a great photo opportunity...poor little(big) guy! This is a great image...very eye catching! Love the crop! His expression is priceless! #1475926Paul Michko June 16, 2005
I'm so glad you were able to get such fantastic shots of this guy. I'm sure he was just stunned. Maybe he was looking to have his portrait taken and couldn't get your attention any other way. hhe-hhe-hhe-hhe---hhe #1475937Colette M. Metcalf June 16, 2005
This is fantastic, Stephanie!!! #1475946Guy D. Biechele June 16, 2005
Wow!! what an opportunity to make a beautiful image. I think I'm lucky if I can get within 50 feet of one of these birds. They are so shy. I'm glad he recoved OK. Amazing detail of this beautiful bird! #1475991Bobbie Davis June 16, 2005
WOW!! Great close up Stephanie! Poor little guy! #1476020Cindy Paquette June 16, 2005
FANTASTIC!!!! You don't often get the chance to get this close with those guys!!! Laughed out loud at the sand on his beak tho...poor thing..hope he wasn't injured. AND...he does remind me of WW with that nose dive!!! #1476087Kristen McKain June 16, 2005
Stunning detail. Fantastic. #1476089Tom Andersen June 16, 2005
My cat does the same thing with my sliding glass doors! He loves to run in and out of the house when they're open, but sometimes forgets when they're not! LOL! Great shot, Stephanie! #1476104Roger Bernabo June 16, 2005
I've heard of this happening... stop using the Windex! I really like the sharpness in your vivid picture #1476210S J June 16, 2005
Wonderful close up shot, Stephanie!! Great catch!! #1476356Donald K. Cherry June 16, 2005
Great shot, Stephanie! #1476523Janet Criswell June 16, 2005
What luck (for you, not the woodpecker)! The crop is great and what an expression! #1476573Susan T. Parady June 16, 2005
Wow! I was wondering how you got so close. Awesome detail and colors. I like both images, and it's good to know he was able to fly away. #1476951Kerby Pfrangle June 16, 2005
StephanieAmazing detail and wonderful colors.
Love the expression.
Kerby #1477269
Dominique Declerck June 16, 2005
Fantastic capture, Stephanie!!! ( poor Woody Woodpecker..) #1477882Jenny Bosmans June 16, 2005
Wow! What an expression!! Beautiful capture, Stephanie!! #1477933William C. Raco June 16, 2005
Wow, the detail and color are wonderful, Steph!bill
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Judy S. Fung June 16, 2005
Terrific detail and shot, Stephanie! #1478373Marcie A. Fowler June 16, 2005
I wondered how you were able to get so close to him!!! Fabulous detail and color you captured here. Hope he was okay!!! #1478743Marsha S. Smith June 16, 2005
Boy, what a story! Glad he is okay, but man what an opportunity. This is THE most amazing macro! Such bright colors and super detail. #1478787Kathleen Clemons June 16, 2005
Wow, Steph, an amazing macro and a great story too! #1478868Carol Brill June 16, 2005
You took great advantage of this opportunity, Stephanie, glad he recovered and you could capture the his handsome, colorful facial markings in such detail! #1479625Jennifer Rennison June 16, 2005
Incredible detail and colors, Stephanie! Excellent capture, glad he wasn't hurt too bad and could fly away! #1479752Stephanie Lyons June 17, 2005
Dolores, Colleen, Vicki, Paul, Colette, Guy, Simon, Bobbie, Cindy, Kristen, Tom, Roger, SJ, Donald, Janet, Susan, Kerby, Dominique, Jenny, Bill, Judy, Marcie, Marsha, Kath, Carol, & Jennifer - I truly appreciate each and every one of your kind comments! Thank you .. #1480334Noel Baebler June 17, 2005
Absolutely, 100%, bona fide WOW!!! This goes for yesterday's post! WOW!!! #1483477Stephanie Lyons June 17, 2005
Well thank you Noel - you're too kind! #1483638Cynthia A. Gallo Callan June 18, 2005
Since both shots are on this page for comparison (how did you do that btw?) -- not only was this a wonderful capture but I must say I like both equally. The clos-up view as a unique perspective. #1485555Kate Jackson June 18, 2005
Wow you really made the best of this opportunity Stephanie. Great shot of this handsome bird! #1486694LJ Corliss June 19, 2005
Excellent detail and color :) #1487634Luis Louro June 20, 2005
beautiful, Stephanie!!! #1490995Jill Flynn June 21, 2005
Striking color and detail Stephanie. Great capture of an amazing face! #1497017Cynthia M. Kasuba June 29, 2005
Wow ! what a great capture ! I have only seen them from a far. What a beautiful bird! #1535602Sharrie Thomas July 22, 2005
All I can say is WOW! What a pristine close up! Good going! #1622726Judy S. Fung July 22, 2005
Congrats, Stephanie! #1623673Daniel Diaz July 23, 2005
Let's see, 1,2,3,4 Finalists!!! Awsome job Steph, I'm glad to see you Kickind @SS!!Noel Baebler July 23, 2005
Huzzah, Stephanie! #1625547Kate Jackson July 23, 2005
Congratulations again Stephanie, now I know where Luis gets his talents from! #1625696Alan L. Borror July 23, 2005
Congratulations again, Stephanie! #1625737S J July 23, 2005
Congratulations on this awesome Finalist, Stephanie!! #1625982Deb Holmes-Hatfield July 23, 2005
Congratulations Stephanie! Way to go! #1628271Jennifer Rennison July 23, 2005
Congratulations on your finalist, Stephanie! #1628730Tammy Scott July 23, 2005
Congratulations again, Stephanie! #1629156Cindy Paquette July 23, 2005
This is just great that you won finalist on this one Steph!....CONGRATULATIONS!! #1629169Sherry Stricklin Boles July 23, 2005
Congratulations, Stephanie! This is a great finalist!! #1629330Guy D. Biechele July 24, 2005
Congratulations, Stephanie! Great shot. #1632656Pu Chen August 04, 2005
Wow, thought that just happens on TV commercials :) Great shot though. congratulations! #1678040Anderson D. Co August 14, 2005
Very fine details, great colors. Congratulation to your finalist. #1714784Keith L. Clayton October 08, 2005
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