Woodpeckers in Ohio
Woodpeckers are widespread across North America, including Ohio. Certain species are known for causing damage to wooden structures by pecking or drilling holes. Typically, these holes are created when woodpeckers are building a nesting site or searching for insects within the wood. And if you’ve ever heard a woodpecker drumming away on a home’s siding or gutter, you know it’s not exactly a peaceful sound. This drumming is common in spring as males mark their territory and may happen multiple times a day.
Where Woodpeckers Prefer to Nest
Woodpeckers make their homes in forests, wooded areas, and even suburban backyards where trees are abundant. At night, they look for a roosting cavity, which could be an old, unused hole or one they’ve recently carved out. During breeding season, typically in late April and May, woodpeckers get selective about their nesting sites, and wooden houses in suburban or rural areas often become targets for their drilling activities.
Why Woodpecker Control is Essential
Woodpeckers can damage wooden structures in several ways, creating holes in siding, fascia boards, or window casings. They’ll also peck at wood to access insects, particularly carpenter bee larvae and pupae hiding within. In some regions, their pecking on utility poles is extensive enough to require pole replacements. Because woodpeckers are protected under the Federal Migratory Bird Treaty Act, addressing woodpecker issues on your property should always involve licensed bird control experts.
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