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Downy Woodpecker

Picoides pubescens

Photo by Jacob Gorneau
Published on Project Noah
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Jacob Gorneau
Thanks so much bayucca and Liam for your expertise!
Jacob Gorneau
I know! And same to you bayucca! Both of you have identified most of my spotting library!
bayucca
I always wondered why he is not...
Jacob Gorneau
Thanks Liam. I think you have nailed it. Once again :)
Liam
I think it could be a Downy Woodpecker (Picoides pubescens).
Jacob Gorneau
Could this be an owl or another bird? Calling all bird experts!

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PublishedMarch 19, 2012

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