Michael Billerbeck
Active member
Hi all.
In a small forest area I noticed these two woodpeckers seemingly resting at tree trunks and occasionally doing these "moves" for a second or a few seconds:
First, I thought this is some courtship behavior, but after checking their heads, I noticed that they both must be females:
The red color starts at the top of the head and is not so long as male have it. I have a bit more video material where this is clearly visible.
So, I tried to do some research and I am thinking that this must be some territorial behavior between these two females.
Would you agree here?
Thank you and happy birding,
Michael
In a small forest area I noticed these two woodpeckers seemingly resting at tree trunks and occasionally doing these "moves" for a second or a few seconds:
First, I thought this is some courtship behavior, but after checking their heads, I noticed that they both must be females:
The red color starts at the top of the head and is not so long as male have it. I have a bit more video material where this is clearly visible.
So, I tried to do some research and I am thinking that this must be some territorial behavior between these two females.
Would you agree here?
Thank you and happy birding,
Michael
