The word “pileated”means having a crest covering the “pileum,” or the top of a bird’s head from the nape to the bill and gives the Pileated Woodpecker its name. If you are receiving this email, then you probably know that the Pileated Woodpecker is a special bird for NVBA - it’s been part of our logo since our inception because it represents resilience, fortitude and of course the sheer beauty of birds and the sense of wonder they inspire. For this and many other reasons, we chose the Pileated Woodpecker as our very first Bird of the Year! Join us tonight for a free online program about this amazing bird.
The Pileated Woodpecker, named for its signature red crest, is NVBA's first-ever Bird of the Year!. Photo: Megumi Aita/Audubon Photography Awards
Have you seen our Annual report yet? 2025 was a transformative year for NVBA. Take a look at our Annual Report to see why. We have a new format available for download as a pdf, plus an online version.
We need your help:Check out our volunteer page for all the different ways you can lend a hand! From pulling invasives to helping with tabling events and counting birds and insects, there’s something for everyone.
See you out there,
The Northern Virginia Bird Alliance Team
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