Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

A member of the woodpecker family, note red crown, nape patch and throat. Female has white chin and red throat but lacks nape patch.

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Common Name

Yellow-bellied Sapsucker

Comments

One of the quietest woodpeckers, sounds consist mostly of a few squeaks and whines.

Scientific Name

Sphyrapicus varius

Habitat

Found in lower elevations of the Rocky Mountains

Size

To 8 in. (20 cm)