I have a male Red-bellied Woodpecker coming regularly to my sunflower feeders. It’s the first time I’ve ever seen this species. It’s more yellow on the belly than red, which is confusing, given the name!  I also have at least three dozen American Goldfinches.

Sue Hill, Merino Road (off Wallis Drive)

Male Red-bellied Woodpecker (Wayne Stovell)

Male Red-bellied Woodpecker (Wayne Stovell)

Male Red-bellied Woodpecker - Tom Baker

Male Red-bellied Woodpecker – Tom Baker


Drew Monkman

I am a retired teacher, naturalist and writer with a love for all aspects of the natural world, especially as they relate to seasonal change.