Woodpeckers of North America

Northern flickers and downy woodpeckers are regular visitors to my urban yard, yet every time I hear their distinctive calls or their rhythmic tapping high in the old poplar that towers over my garden I feel compelled to suspend whatever I'm doing and look for the perpetrator. If I'm out hiking, these sounds or the sight of a woodpecker invariably stops me in my tracks as I reach for my binoculars. Researching and writing Woodpeckers of North America has allowed me to indulge my passion for these remarkable birds, delving into more than a century's worth of scientific literature and naturalists' records. It is my pleasure to offer this wealth of information and anecdote to others who share my interest in and curiosity about woodpeckers. Whether you read my book from cover to cover, browse through chapters randomly or consult the species profiles to find out about particular woodpeckers, I hope it will enhance your understanding of these birds and your appreciation of the role they play in the ecosystem.Backhouse, Frances is the author of 'Woodpeckers of North America', published 2005 under ISBN 9781554070466 and ISBN 1554070465.