White-headed Woodpecker
White-headed Woodpecker
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The White-headed Woodpecker is a distinctive medium-sized woodpecker of western North America, unique for its entirely white head and black body with a red patch on the nape in males. It is a pine forest specialist.
Where to spot
Inhabits mature coniferous forests, particularly ponderosa pine, sugar pine, and Jeffrey pine, in mountainous regions of western North America.
How to spot
Look for its striking white head contrasting with its black body. Observe its unique foraging style on pine cones. Listen for its soft, whistled 'peewit' call and irregular drumming.
When to spot
Resident year-round in its coniferous habitat. Active during daylight hours, often more visible in the mornings.
Where to spot
Inhabits mature coniferous forests, particularly ponderosa pine, sugar pine, and Jeffrey pine, in mountainous regions of western North America.
How to spot
Look for its striking white head contrasting with its black body. Observe its unique foraging style on pine cones. Listen for its soft, whistled 'peewit' call and irregular drumming.
When to spot
Resident year-round in its coniferous habitat. Active during daylight hours, often more visible in the mornings.
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Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This woodpecker has a specialized diet, primarily consuming pine seeds, especially ponderosa pine, and often extracts them by chiseling open pine cones directly on the tree.
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