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Gila Woodpecker

Melanerpes uropygialis ORDER: PICIFORMES FAMILY: PICIDAE

IUCN Conservation Status: Least Concern

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A conspicuous resident in the deserts of the Southwest and Mexico, the Gila Woodpecker is a characteristic bird of the saguaro cactus forests.

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Appearance

Woodpeckers
Woodpeckers
Typical Voice

Adult Description

  • Medium- to large-sized woodpecker.
  • Back barred black-and-white.
  • Brown face and neck.
  • Male with red cap.

Immature Description

Juvenile is similar to adult, but duller and with restricted red on head of male.

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