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Red-bellied woodpecker
Melanerpes carolinus
40.6991, -73.3488
Field Notes
Description:
Red-bellied Woodpeckers are pale, medium-sized woodpeckers common in forests of the East. Their strikingly barred backs and gleaming red caps make them an unforgettable sight . Often appears pale overall, even the boldly black-and-white striped back, with flashing red cap and nape. Look for white patches near the wingtips as this bird flies. They are omnivores, eating insects, fruits, nuts and seeds.
Habitat:
Red-bellied Woodpeckers are common in many Eastern woodlands and forests, from old stands of oak and hickory to young hardwoods and pines. They will also often venture from forests to appear at backyard feeders.
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PublishedSeptember 14, 2010
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