Red-bellied Woodpecker

Naturalist and wildlife photographer Stan Tekiela has written more than 130 books, including nature appreciation books and children's books. He is perhaps best known for his popular state-specific field guide series, which now includes books about birds, mammals, trees and wildflowers. Holding a Bachelor of Science degree in Natural History from the University of Minnesota and as an active professional naturalist for more than 25 years, Stan studies and photographs wildlife throughout the United States and Canada. He has received various national and regional awards for his books and photographs. Also a well-known columnist and radio personality, his syndicated column appears in more than 25 newspapers and his wildlife programs are broadcast on a number of Midwest radio stations. Stan can be followed on Facebook and Twitter. He can be contacted via naturesmart.com.