Red-bellied Woodpecker

Robin-sized woodpecker with a black and white striped back. Male has a red cap and nape; female has a red nape only. Reddish belly patch is seldom visible.

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Common Name

Red-bellied Woodpecker

Comments

Very common and widespread throughout Florida. The red-headed woodpecker (M. erythrocephalus) has a head that is all red.

Scientific Name

Melanerpes carolinus

Habitat

Deciduous and mixed woods, backyards.

Size

To 11 in. (28 cm)