Woodpeckers are guardians of ancient broad-leaved woodlands, busy ecosystem engineers and keen consumers of ant porridge.

At Sobieski Lodge on Thursday, March 13, at 7 p.m. at a Winona Bird Club meeting, the presentation “Red-headed woodpeckers at Trempealeau Refuge” will highlight a charismatic species. This event ...

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