The Incredible Life of Woodpeckers

Tap-tap-tap! If you've ever walked through a forest and heard a rhythmic tapping sound, chances are you’ve just met a woodpecker at work.

Woodpeckers are amazing birds known for their unique way of finding food and building homes — by drilling into wood! Their strong beaks and powerful neck muscles let them peck at trees up to 20 times per second without hurting themselves.