Grey-crowned Woodpecker
Grey-crowned Woodpecker
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The Grey-crowned Woodpecker is a medium-sized species, characterized by its grey crown and face, contrasting with its golden-olive body. It is a resident of montane pine-oak forests.
Where to spot
Found in Central America, specifically in the highlands of southern Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, and Nicaragua. Inhabits pine-oak and mixed montane forests.
How to spot
Look for its grey crown and face combined with a golden-olive body. Males have a red malar stripe. Listen for its loud, ringing calls, similar to a Northern Flicker, and typical drumming.
When to spot
Active during daylight hours, observed year-round. Mornings are often best for sightings and vocalizations.
Where to spot
Found in Central America, specifically in the highlands of southern Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, and Nicaragua. Inhabits pine-oak and mixed montane forests.
How to spot
Look for its grey crown and face combined with a golden-olive body. Males have a red malar stripe. Listen for its loud, ringing calls, similar to a Northern Flicker, and typical drumming.
When to spot
Active during daylight hours, observed year-round. Mornings are often best for sightings and vocalizations.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This species hybridizes with the Northern Flicker in areas where their ranges overlap, leading to individuals with mixed plumage characteristics.
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