Northern Flicker

Northern Flicker

Colaptes auratus

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Geographic Distribution

Quick Facts

Size
28 - 33 cm
Weight
100 - 170 g
Diet
Insects, Fruits, Nuts, Seeds

Habitat

Open woodlandsSavannasUrban areasWoodlandsScrublands

Behavior

  • Forages for insects and fruits on the ground and in trees
  • Drums on trees to establish territory
  • Nests in cavities or excavates its own nest site
  • Both parents incubate eggs and care for young