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Ladder-backed Woodpecker

Picoides scalaris

Photo by AshleyT
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Field Notes

Description:

Their back is black and white striped, and the belly is gray. The head has black stripes on it and a red cap on the top.

Habitat:

Found in dry brushy areas in the southwestern US.

Notes:

In Palo Duro Canyon State Park.

Reference Links:

Ladder-backed Woodpecker

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Comments (4)
Tom15
Great series! I agree with Cody the second is a really nice shot.
Liam
Awesome series, Ashley! Such a cool woodpecker!
Cody.conway
I really like shot 2! I see you save the best for noah :-)

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PublishedFebruary 20, 2013

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