![]() Princetons began with the purchase of the actual originals which were physically used in the production process. Measuring more than two feet by three feet, the birds are the same size as in life. In order to create this spectacular print, we needed to purchase the actual original. Princetons are simply the finest Audubon facsimiles ever made!” We purchased the actual antique originals in order to accurately produce this award-winning edition, giving you a connection to Audubon’s original work. Of our prints, William Steiner, author of Audubon Prints: A Collector’s Guide To Every Edition wrote, “True prints, true colors, incredible detail. Combining this with their very reasonable cost makes Princeton Audubon facsimiles winners for those looking to acquire some of the most dramatic American natural history images ever produced." - Chris Lane, Philadelphia Print Shop West, appraiser on Antiques Roadshow. come the closest in appearance and quality to the originals. ![]() “Of all the full-size facsimiles of Audubon's prints, those from Princeton Audubon Ltd. Feather your nest! Thank you for visiting Princeton Audubon! Princeton Audubon Double Elephant Edition of 1500. Ecologically, the entire Pileated woodpecker family is important to the well being of many other bird species.Pileated Woodpecker John James Audubon’s Birds of America Other woodpeckers and smaller birds such as wrens may be attracted to pileated holes to feed on the insects found in them. Even mammals such as raccoons may use them. Owls and tree-nesting ducks may largely rely on holes made by Pileateds in which to lay their nests. Abandoned nest cavities made by Pileates provide good homes in future years for many forest songbirds and a wide variety of other animals. They help to control many insect populations, especially tree beetles however, some people may consider these birds harmful if found on their property due to the considerable damage that Pileated woodpeckers can do to trees and homes. Pileated woodpeckers play important roles in their ecosystem. Currently, this species is classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List and its numbers today are increasing. However, they often suffer from collisions with auto traffic and illegal hunting.Īccording to the All About Birds resource the total breeding population size of the Pileated woodpecker is 1.9 million birds. Pileated woodpeckers are widespread and have a large population size. Although they are less likely feeder visitors than smaller woodpeckers, Pileateds may regularly be attracted to them in areas experiencing harsh winter conditions. ![]() They may forage around the sides of human homes or even cars, and can occasionally be attracted to suet-type feeders. Pileated woodpeckers may also forage on or near the ground, especially around fallen, dead trees, which can contain a variety of insect life. They also lap up ants by reaching with their long tongues into crevices. They often chip out large and roughly rectangular holes in trees while searching out insects, especially ant colonies. Most of their day is spent foraging in dead trees, stumps, or logs. Pileated woodpeckers are active during the day and roost in the cavity at night. ![]() Drumming is most commonly to proclaim a territory, and hollow trees are often used to make the most resonant sound possible. When clashing with conspecifics, Pileated woodpeckers engage in much chasing, calling, striking with the wings, and jabbing with the bill. They defend the territory in all seasons but tolerate floaters during the winter. The mated pair stays together on its territory all year round and is not migratory. Pileated woodpeckers are social and often live in groups.
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