About the Eurasian Three-toed Woodpecker
The Eurasian three-toed woodpecker is a medium-sized woodpecker that is found from northern Europe across northern Asia to Japan.
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The Eurasian three-toed woodpecker is 21–22 cm (8.3–8.7 in) in length, just a little smaller than the great spotted woodpecker. The adult has black and white plumage except for the yellow crown of the male. Neither sex has any red feathers. It has black wings and rump, and white from the throat to the belly; the flanks are white with black bars. The back is white with black bars, and the tail is black with the white outer feathers barred with black. Juveniles of both sexes have a yellow crown.
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What the Eurasian Three-toed Woodpecker sounds like
Where the Eurasian Three-toed Woodpecker lives
Recorded as a rare visitor in United States, St. Pierre & Miquelon.
When to see the Eurasian Three-toed Woodpecker
Peak activity in June · a resident species across most of its range
Easily confused with
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