Green Woodpecker

This detailed artwork captures the striking presence of the Green Woodpecker (Picus viridis), one of Britain’s most colourful and distinctive woodland birds. Shown foraging on the ground, the bird’s olive-green back and wings blend seamlessly with the grass, while its bright yellow rump and scarlet crown provide a vivid flash of colour. The artist has rendered every feather with precision, highlighting the bird’s elegant form and inquisitive stance.

Unlike many of its relatives, the Green Woodpecker spends much of its time on the ground rather than drumming on trees. It is most often seen in woodland edges, parks, orchards, and grasslands, where it feeds extensively on ants—probing the soil with its long, sticky tongue. Its loud, laughing call, often described as a “yaffle,” is one of the most recognisable woodland sounds of spring and summer. This species is widely distributed across Britain and Europe, where it is both a familiar and captivating sight.

Produced to the highest standards as a Limited Edition of 150 Giclée prints, this artwork is created with archival pigment inks on fine art paper, ensuring exceptional vibrancy and lasting quality. Each print is hand-signed and numbered by the artist, with a certificate of authenticity provided for collectors.

Perfect for bird enthusiasts, nature lovers, and collectors of British wildlife art, the Green Woodpecker print celebrates the beauty, behaviour, and character of one of our most iconic woodland birds.

Poetic Note

A flash of green, a crown of red,

It laughs aloud where ants are fed.

In woodland glade or meadow near,

The Green Woodpecker’s call rings clear.