1998 1999 Walter D Koenig Melanerpes formicivorus LAZ 2 June 1500. Opened the (2nd) (new) nesthole here (tagged #279). 4 babies, ♀ probably 1 do, + legs developed, but no sign of pipping). The egg measured 26.8 x 19.7. Band ~ 21 June. Plenty of stores here, of course. 1999 30 April 1440. Checked the nest, which is in the hole (previously opened) about 4' above #279. It has 4 normal eggs. Two were measured (see Joey's notes). Even though the granary has fallen here (!) there are stores in the forest area (old nest tree by fuel line). 9 July Stores: Yes! Even though the main granary is, of course, gone (fell Nov '98).