Red-headed Woodpecker
Melanerpes erythrocephalus
Least ConcernThe Red-headed Woodpecker is a boldly patterned woodpecker with an entirely crimson head, snow-white underparts, and black wings. It catches insects in flight and stores food in bark crevices.
Quick facts
- Conservation status
- Least Concern
- Habitat
- Forest
- Region
- North America
- Scientific name
- Melanerpes erythrocephalus
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This species is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Its population is widespread and currently not considered threatened.
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