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Picoides pubescens
Small, approximately 6". White underbody and back beneath wings. Wings are black with white areas. Bill is short and stubby. Red patch on nape of neck.
Woodlands.
scientific name: Picoides pubescens (the scientific classification box will not open at this time and will not allow me to post this information).
Spotted on Nov 23, 2012
Submitted on Nov 29, 2012
5 Comments
Thanks dschultzjr; I didn't know the Downy Woodpecker is the only white-backed woodpecker! Thanks, too, Jellis; I experienced a slight technical difficulty but got some great help with the scientific name.
Liam....thank you for adding the scientific name for me. I think yesterday's full moon was messing with me ;) I'm going to have to admit that I really don't know what a cache is or how to clear it.....
Elaine, it may be something with your computer. I've added the scientific name for you. If the problem persists, try clearing your cache.
Downy Woodpecker/Hairy Woodpecker: Males have a red patch on the back of their head. The only woodpeckers with white backs.
The scientific name is Picoides pubescens. If you add that to the profile it will enter into the database.