Where to spot
Widespread across the coniferous and mixed forests of Europe and northern Asia. Prefers mature forests with tall trees, often near clearings or open areas.
How to spot
Listen for its very loud, far-carrying 'kli-eh' call or its powerful, rolling drum. Look for its large size and black plumage contrasting against tree trunks. Its flight is strong and undulating.
When to spot
Can be observed year-round in its resident range. Most vocal and active during the breeding season (early spring to summer) when drumming is frequent and loud.
Where to spot
Widespread across the coniferous and mixed forests of Europe and northern Asia. Prefers mature forests with tall trees, often near clearings or open areas.
How to spot
Listen for its very loud, far-carrying 'kli-eh' call or its powerful, rolling drum. Look for its large size and black plumage contrasting against tree trunks. Its flight is strong and undulating.
When to spot
Can be observed year-round in its resident range. Most vocal and active during the breeding season (early spring to summer) when drumming is frequent and loud.
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Frank.Vassen
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Door Francesco Veronesi from Italy - Black Woodpecker chasing ants - HungaryCS4E4536, CC BY-SA 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=39976595
The Black Woodpecker excavates very large, rectangular nest holes, often in live trees, which are subsequently used by many other species, including owls, ducks, and martens.
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