Skipwith Common has long been one of the best places in
the Vale of York for Green Woodpeckers, with their ‘yaffling’ call being a
characteristic sound associated with Skipwith Commons heathland and birch
woodland. Their distinctive call is one of the best ways to locate these birds,
with good views usually being hard to obtain as they move through the trees,
fly across the heaths or spend time on the ground feeding on their favourite
food – ants. Two or three pairs breed on or adjacent to the Common and are
particularly vocal at the moment as they set up and defend territories and try
to attract mates. Many thanks to Richard Willison for this stunning image, taken
on the Common last week.
Green Woodpeckers - Skipwith Common - 31/03/16
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