The brain of a woodpecker experiences a seemingly catastrophic impact every time beak meets wood. "When you see these birds in action, hitting their head against a tree quite violently, then as humans ...

Woodpeckers will peck at a tree up to 12,000 times a day. Just one woodpecker peck produces about 15 times the force needed to give a human a concussion. So, how do woodpeckers bang their heads so ...

Seeing a woodpecker in action is more extraordinary than most people realize. This tiny bird does incredible things and is not limited to its small anatomy. A woodpecker’s tongue is perhaps its ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Woodpeckers lead a pretty high-impact lifestyle. When they smash ...

Songbirds fill the air with wondrous melodies, while woodpeckers fill the air with rhythmic drumbeats. A woodpecker’s drumming is like a songbird’s singing, and both sounds are essential to springtime ...

Songbirds get a lot of love for their dulcet tones, but drummers may start to steal some of that spotlight. The ability to learn vocalizations by listening to them, just like humans do when learning ...

A new study refutes the popular idea that a woodpecker's brain is cushioned from the violent impacts of pecking. It offers a different reason the... The brain of a woodpecker experiences a seemingly ...