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Velvet Woodpecker
Picus major
About this species
Bird-watchers in North America often spot the Velvet Woodpecker in forest settings. This Picidae species is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN.
The Velvet 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 Near Threatened, 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.