Red-bellied Woodpecker
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What they eat: These birds eat mostly insects, but they will also eat suet, peanuts, and sunflower seeds at feeders. They tend to visit suet cage, large hopper, platform, and even nectar feeders. |
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Where they live: Red-bellied Woodpeckers tend to live in forests, woodlands, and wooded suburbs. They are found throughout the eastern half of the U.S. |
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Did you know? A Red-bellied Woodpecker can stick out its tongue nearly 2 inches past the end of its beak, making it easier to snatch prey from deep crevices. |
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How they sound: The Red-bellied Woodpecker’s most common call is a shrill, rolling kwirr or churr, but they are also well known for the sounds they make when they drum against wood or metal. |
To learn more, visit the Cornell Lab's free website: www.allaboutbirds.org.
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