Pileated Woodpecker
Order: PICIFORMES Family: Woodpeckers (Picidae)
The Pileated Woodpecker is the
largest woodpecker in North America. It is from 16.5 – 19.5 inches long and has
a wingspan of between 27 and 30 inches. It has a very prominent red crest and
the male has a red ‘mustache’ while the female has a black ‘mustache’. The
body is black with white wing linings.
They will make many entrances to their homes (sometimes as many as 16) so they will have escape routes in case a predator enters their home.
They will make many entrances to their homes (sometimes as many as 16) so they will have escape routes in case a predator enters their home.
Question: What is a group of pileated woodpeckers known as?
Answer: a ‘crown’ of woodpeckers.
No comments:
Post a Comment