Decoding Northern Flicker Body Language | Fencing Duels and Drumming

Northern flickers are a lot of fun to watch! I recently saw one doing a drumming and bill fencing display in response to other males nearby. While the fencing duel/head bobbing behavior is usually done with another in close proximity, this one was doing it without the contenders being within reach. Chapters: Introduction 00:00 Yep, I'm real! 01:14 Fencing Duel/Wicka Dance 01:26 Territory Drumming vs. Foraging Drumming 02:50 Conclusion 03:27 All Things Birdie Merchandise https://all-things-birdie.myspreadshop.com Social Media: Instagram @allthingsbirdie