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Downy Woodpecker (Female)

Picoides pubescens

Description:

The smallest woodpecker in North America. Black wings with white spots, black and white striped head, and a white chest. Males have a red spot on the back of the head.

Habitat:

Spotted at a bird feeder at Fairfield Audubon

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2 Comments

Christine Y.
Christine Y. 7 years ago

Thanks Joseph!

Joseph R. Godreau
Joseph R. Godreau 7 years ago

Nice Shot!

Christine Y.
Spotted by
Christine Y.

Connecticut, USA

Spotted on Aug 6, 2016
Submitted on Aug 7, 2016

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