Not a Hummingbird but he sure enjoys the sweet stuff...

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  1. Sherry8

    Sherry8 I Love Birds!

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    This is about the third time I had him visiting my hummingbird feeder...I was glad to have my camera in hand to catch him at it...



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    Downy Woodpecker.... ( photo / image / picture from Sherry8's Garden )
     
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    gardengater Young Pine

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    He is just the sweetest thing, Sherry. You capture the greatest photos. Thank you.
     
  4. Sherry8

    Sherry8 I Love Birds!

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    I was taking pictures of my birds in the pergola area and up flew this guy...I was glad to finally capture him. He came a few times last year too...I suppose he wanted to visit before the hummingbirds and Orioles get here and drink it all....Sherry
     
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    Netty Chaotic Gardener Plants Contributor

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    Too cute! I had no idea that woodpeckers would drink from hummingbird feeders!
     



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    Droopy Slug Slaughterer Plants Contributor

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    Awww, he's got it all figured out. What a pretty little bird.
     
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    He is so cute. He got the hang of it, so he may be back. Love your photos, Sherry.
     
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    glendann Official Garden Angel

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    That is just such a great catch.He is a cutie and has a sweet beak too.
     
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    Frank GardenStew Founder Staff Member Administrator

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    That's amazingly cute, thank you Sherry.
     
  10. Sherry8

    Sherry8 I Love Birds!

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    I almost didn't save the last picture...but then I thought to myself that it shows him drinking and is different. I am glad I did..Sherry
     
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    kaseylib Young Pine

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    Wow Sherry, I've never had one go to my sugar feeders. They must be hungry as there aren't many bugs out yet!
     
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    I've never tried our woodpeckers with any sweet as they seem to love the fat cakes I put out for them. I'm glad you managed to get such great shots of your visitor Sherry as he's a handsome little fellow.
     
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    Sherry8 I Love Birds!

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    kaseylib...I have seen flys, bees, asian beetles here already. Not much for the bees because some daffodils are just starting to open...but it won't take long with a warm-up ...
     
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    Sjoerd Mighty Oak

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    What a remarkable foto, Sherry. I had no idea that Downey's liked sweet water. I am just amazed.
     
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    Sherry8 I Love Birds!

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    I had house finches visiting and trying to get some last year too...they love the hummingbirds grape jelly too.
     
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    Sherry8 I Love Birds!

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    I just walked to the window and the woodpecker was enjoying the nectar again...I think I have him hooked. Didn't have a chance to get the camera.
     

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