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Picoides pubescens
Checkered black & white pattern and broad white stripe down the center of the back. Small chisel-like bill, blocky head and wide shoulders. Often confused with the Hairy Woodpecker which has a longer bill.
Open woodlands and brushy or weedy edges. Also found in orchards, city parks, backyards and vacant lots.
Spotted on Mar 3, 2012
Submitted on Mar 5, 2012
2 Comments
Thank you Jeanette!
Nice woodpecker :)