Red-cocaded Woodpecker

Description:

The Red-cockaded Woodpecker's most distinguishing feature is a black cap and nape that encircle large white cheek patches. Rarely visible, except perhaps during the breeding season and periods of territorial defense, the male has a small red streak on each side of its black cap called a cockade, hence its name. Wikipedia

Habitat:

Long-leaf pine flatwoods: Babcock-Webb WMA

Notes:

This bird is an endangered species. Made-made restrictor plates have been placed in the trees to keep other species from enlarging or changing the shape of the cavity entrance. These restrictor plates must be carefully monitored, however, to ensure that no hindrance is given to the woodpecker. Adjustments must also be made as the tree grows. Wikipedia