The Arizona Woodpecker is a medium-sized bird with a striking black-and-white striped head and a reddish crown. It is known for its unique drumming sounds that echo through its arid habitat.
Habitat
Inhabits pine-oak woodlands and mixed forests.
Diet
Primarily feeds on insects and tree sap.
How common
Uncommon
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