This is the Netherlands’ most common woodpecker. Both the male and the female of the species drum on branches with short, rapid staccato beats to confirm their bonding as a pair, as well as to mark out their territory. Great spotted woodpeckers hack out nest holes in trees which feature a rounded entrance. They prefer softer wood, such as birch. Woodpeckers are able to hammer like this as their brains are protected by a sort of shock absorbing damper. Inside the nest holes, the eggs are simply laid on the bare wood.
| Full Color Waterloos offset | |
| Size | 25 x 25 cm (+ additional 1 to 2 mm edging (perimeter) |
| Ink | Plant based inks |
| Frame | Frame NOT included |
| 300 gr. Mondi Planoplus | |
| Article number | 100115 |