If I were a member of the avian world, I would probably be a Northern Flicker, just because the look of leopard print is so exotic and beautiful. This is a female and she was one of the most fashionable guests who flew into town to visit Le Avian Rural Day Spa.
Photography by Norma Beaird
The Northern Flicker will keep you on your toes. When I pushed the button on the camera, she was still sitting on the birdbath. When I looked at the picture, I had caught her in flight. Now that's fast!
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