I was photographing flowers

[usonian]

when I heard this bird calling.

Northern Flicker.
http://naturemappingfoundation.org/natmap/ca/facts/birds/northern_flicker.html

Interesting. Seems to be a flying anteater. No complaints here!

Downsized image.
For your avian viewing pleasure.
Flowers weren't bad, but I am still going through the pictures, almost as fast as I take them.

[Diamond_Dog]

1. Beautiful bird, beautiful photo!

[usonian]

2. Thanks. I like it when they pose! But this one moved pretty fast before taking a break on the rock.

It was digging in the loose soil. Gorgeous feathers.

[Diamond_Dog]

3. When I'm out in my yard

I hear all sorts of bird calls but I don’t see them! I would love to know what birds are making what sounds. Robins, cardinals, blue jays are the only ones I recognize. I have two feeders out to attract them and I really enjoy watching them. You must have been quick and ready for that photo of yours.

[FuzzyRabbit]

4. Nice photo. Northen flickers are one of my favorite birds.

At my old house I had flickers visiting my yard several times a day. I loved hearing their call. https://www.bird-sounds.net/northern-flicker/

[usonian]

5. Sounded like this. Really caught my attention.