Gila Woodpecker -- take 2? by mdaskin

Gila Woodpecker -- take 2?

We were out for a hike in the West Saguaro desert and saw this bird. I think it is a Gila Woodpecker, but if anyone knows for sure, let me know.
LOL- prickly toe :)
February 18th, 2023  
Great capture
February 18th, 2023  
Great pov
February 18th, 2023  
I’m always amazed they can stand the thorns
February 19th, 2023  
Amazing capture and pov!
February 19th, 2023  
Fabulous.
February 19th, 2023  
@jgpittenger Dear Jane, I too am amazed at this, but a birding guide recently explained that these birds (1) don't weigh that much since their bodies are mostly made up of feathers and (2) they have hard feet. I guess you need hard feet or very good shoes to stand on a cactus!
February 19th, 2023  
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