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Gila Woodpecker

Melanerpes, uropypes

Photo by TamLar
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32.2447, -111.165

Field Notes

Description:

Medium sized woodpecker with buff underparts and on neck and head. Upper body is barred with black and white. Males have a small red top while females and juvenile do not.

Habitat:

Desert scrub land with mesquite and saguaro

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Gila Woodpecker

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