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Melanerpes carolinus
Adult males have a red headside going from the bill to the nape; females have a red patch on the nape and another above the bill. The reddish tinge on the belly that gives the bird its name is difficult to see in field identification. These birds mainly search out arthropods on tree trunks. They may also catch insects in flight. They are omnivores, eating insects, fruits, nuts and seeds – and suet!
My yard during the Christmas bird count
Spotted on Dec 23, 2012
Submitted on Dec 25, 2012
2 Comments
Thanks, Yuko!
Lovely series!