Downy Woodpecker ( Male)

Description:

Very similar to the Hairy Woodpecker is smaller and it's bill is proportionally smaller to it's head than the Hairy Woodpecker. Both have white under parts with black / markings on the upper body. Both males have bright red markings with the Downy's slightly more cap like.

Habitat:

Open areas of all types that have an association of open areas and trees.