Acorn Woodpecker
Melanerpes formicivorus
 (L 9" WS 17.5" Wt 2.8 oz)
Young may stay with parents
several years and help raise
later generations.
Andrew Spencer,
XC35417
My men and I have decided that our boss,
the president of the United States, is as
tough as woodpecker lips.
     (Charles A. Beckwith, US Army
      Viet Nam vet speaking of Jimmy Carter)
Del Valle Park
Livermore, CA
29Dec2009
27Dec2011