Spring Awakening in Zealand's Backwoods / Keith Dennis Brewer / Apr 28 2025




Photographed by Keith Dennis Brewer – April 28, 2025

In the serene backwoods of Zealand, New Brunswick, photographer Keith Dennis Brewer captured a beautiful moment of nature reawakening. Perched among the budding branches of a birch tree, a Northern Flicker (Colaptes auratus) — a striking member of the woodpecker family — can be seen basking in the fresh spring air. The Northern Flicker's golden-yellow underbelly contrasts against the clear blue sky, symbolizing the vibrant energy that spring brings to the Maritimes.

Brewer’s photo perfectly embodies the quiet resilience and beauty of the Canadian wilderness, offering a glimpse into the simple, yet profound, daily life that unfolds in the forests of New Brunswick.


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