It's that time of year again when we get woken up by what sounds like a jackhammer on our house. That is the sound of drumming by our most common woodpecker, the Northern Flicker. In spring, this bird needs to let the other Flickers know where his territory is, so he drums on objects at the perimeter of the area. If you take the time to listen for a few minutes you will hear the map and understand that this is his domain, including your house. These birds are partial to objects that produce a lot of noise, metal flashing, vent pipes and gutters. The louder the better, good for the bird bad for us. Not to worry, this behavior only lasts a few weeks and then he and his mate will be busy with a new family. Spring has sprung in Colorado...enjoy!
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