Hairy Woodpecker
Hairy Woodpecker
The Hairy Woodpecker is the most widespread resident woodpecker in North America and a familiar site at backyard bird feeders. It comes readily to bird feeders and is found in a variety of habitats. The Hairy Woodpecker is a resident from Alaska across Canada south throughout the U.S. to the Gulf of Mexico. Some northern birds migrate south for the winter depending upon food source availability. Preferred habitats include deciduous forests, mature woods, small woodlots, wooded parks, urban and residential areas which have large trees.
Nesting:
House and box height placement from ground in feet: 8-20
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