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Pileated Fever in Bolin Forest

From the Carrboro Citizen Mill, By Mary Parker Sonis Now is the time for sighting pileated woodpeckers in the Bolin Creek Forest. The branches are bare of leaves and the largest woodpecker in North America can be seen daily, excavating … Continue reading

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Pileated Woodpecker – Ready To Fly

This may be our last chance to see the Pileated Woodpecker.  It is mid May and the fledging is ready to leave the nest.  It is her habit to perch at the edge of the cavity and watch the world … Continue reading

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The Pileated Woodpeckers Carry On

The Pileated family has faced some heavy obstacles. They have chased off Vultures and lost a nestling. Today things seemd a bit more hopeful. The Mom arrived, and although she was wary, she did eventually enter the nest and feed … Continue reading

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