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The yellow bellied sapsucker is a small woodpecker that can be found Canada and the north eastern United States of America. It is one of the more commonly seen species throughout its range. It feeds on tree sap and insects that can be found within dying or decaying trees, as well as fruits and berries. This footage shows the male feeding the chicks, a duty that is shared equally by both parents. The chicks squawk loudly in the nest, imploring their mother or father to catch more food for them. The hungriest chick is the most vocal at the nest opening, while the others remain quite until the parents arrive with a meal. The hungriest chick always gets the next piece of food as it will be the most vocal and active at the nest opening.The parents catch insects, coat them in tree sap and then bring them to the nest, alternating until all chicks are fed. This task will continue steadily throughout the day for 25-29 days until the young leave the nest.