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Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

Sphurapicus varius

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Description:

Eastern race of the Yellow-bellied Sapsucker. long white wing stripes. Black, white and red pattern on head. yellow belly. They love the sound of telephone poles. They have brush-like tongues and are unable to extract wood-boring insects from trees.

Habitat:

Forest, woodlands, orchards, parks.

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PublishedApril 30, 2016

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