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Great spotted woodpecker
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Great spotted woodpecker (Dendrocopas major)

I took this picture this morning.i heard the chicks begging in the nest then the parent turned up.I stayed well away so as not to disturb or upset the adult.I only saw the female come to the nest so I don't know if the male left her to it but she was working very hard to feed the chicks.
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Habitat
Woodland
Location
Essex
Date taken
14/5/20
Scientific name
Dendrocopas major
Equipment used
Swarovski ATX95 with smart phone
KC Foggin
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The moms always work harder Chris ;) and this is a great shot!
 

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