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Of pecks and pest control

Woodpeckers drill into dead trees for grubs and insects, helping forests survive. They also eat pests that harm living trees, making them crucial for forest health.

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Woodpecker hammering is a full-body affair The birds grunt like tennis pros when generating their rat-a-tat, a performance strategy that may help stabilize core muscles.

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