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North America
Pileated Woodpecker
Dryocopus pileatus
About this species
A characteristic species of the Picidae family, the Pileated Woodpecker occupies forest regions throughout North America. Its IUCN status is currently Least Concern.
The Pileated Woodpecker is part of the order Piciformes and the Picidae family. Its preferred habitat is forest, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Least Concern, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of North America.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Picidae family and Piciformes order.