Dakota Reflections
The red-headed woodpecker migrates into North Dakota during the late spring from mid-Atlantic and southern states. They nest in dead trees and feed on insects, nuts and fruits. They can catch insects in midair and will store food in caches. The red-headed woodpecker is very territorial and will chase other birds from food sources.
Red-headed Woodpeckers
Red-headed Woodpecker
Burleigh County, North Dakota
July 10, 2016
Red-headed Woodpecker
Burleigh County, North Dakota
July 10, 2016
Red-headed Woodpecker
General Sibley Park, Burleigh County, North Dakota
July 6, 2016
Red-headed Woodpecker
Burleigh County, North Dakota
July 17, 2016
Red-headed Woodpecker
Burleigh County, North Dakota
July 17, 2016
Red-headed Woodpecker
Burleigh County, North Dakota
July 19, 2016
Red-headed Woodpecker
Burleigh County, North Dakota
July 17, 2016
Red-headed Woodpecker
Burleigh County, North Dakota
July 10, 2016
Red-headed Woodpecker
Burleigh County, North Dakota
July 17, 2016
Hairy Woodpeckers
Hairy Woodpeckers
Burleigh County, North Dakota
July 19, 2016
The juvenile male Hairy Woodpecker has red patch on top of his head.
Juvenile Male
Adult female does not have a red patch
Adult males have a red patch at the back of the head.
The hairy woodpecker lives here year-round and feeds on insects, nuts, berries and tree sap. They like to peck, usually on trees, but have been known to peck on window frames and house siding, to the homeowners consternation.
Hairy Woodpeckers
Burleigh County, North Dakota
May 29, 2017
Downy Woodpecker
Downy Woodpecker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
June 11, 2020
Downy Woodpecker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
June 11, 2020
Red-headed Woodpecker
General Sibley Park, Bismarck, North Dakota
July 27, 2020
2021 Photos
Yellow-bellied Sapsucker
Burleigh County, North Dakota
May 13, 2021
Downy Woodpecker
General Sibley Park, Bismarck, North Dakota
May 17, 2021
Downy Woodpecker
General Sibley Park, Bismarck, North Dakota
May 17, 2021
Downy Woodpecker
General Sibley Park, Bismarck, North Dakota
May 17, 2021
Red-headed Woodpeckers
Red-headed Woodpecker
General Sibley Park, Bismarck, North Dakota
May 17, 2021
Red-headed Woodpecker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
June 5, 2021
Red-headed Woodpecker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
June 5, 2021
Red-headed Woodpecker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
June 5, 2021
Red-headed Woodpecker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
June 5, 2021
Red-headed Woodpecker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
June 5, 2021
Red-headed Woodpecker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
June 5, 2021
Red-headed Woodpecker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
June 5, 2021
Red-headed Woodpecker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
June 5, 2021
Red-headed Woodpecker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
June 5, 2021
Red-headed Woodpeckers
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
June 18, 2021
Red-headed Woodpecker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
June 18, 2021
Red-headed Woodpecker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
June 18, 2021
Red-headed Woodpecker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
June 18, 2021
Red-headed Woodpecker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
June 19, 2021
Red-headed Woodpecker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
June 19, 2021
Red-headed Woodpecker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
June 23, 2021
Red-headed Woodpecker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
June 23, 2021
Red-headed Woodpecker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
June 23, 2021
Red-headed Woodpecker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
June 23, 2021
Red-headed Woodpecker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
June 23, 2021
Red-headed Woodpecker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
June 23, 2021
Red-headed Woodpecker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
June 23, 2021
Red-headed Woodpecker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
June 24, 2021
Red-headed Woodpecker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
June 24, 2021
Red-headed Woodpecker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
June 24, 2021
Red-headed Woodpecker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
June 24, 2021
Red-headed Woodpecker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
June 24, 2021
Red-headed Woodpecker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
June 24, 2021
Red-headed Woodpecker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
June 24, 2021
Red-headed Woodpecker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
June 24, 2021
Red-headed Woodpecker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
June 24, 2021
Red-headed Woodpecker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
June 25, 2021
Red-headed Woodpecker
Burleigh County, North Dakota
July 9, 2023
Upside Down Meal!
Downy Woodpeckers eat insects, seeds and berries!
Downy Woodpecker
Burleigh County, North Dakota
Photo of the Day- June 1, 2024
Northern Flicker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
June 8, 2024
Red-headed Woodpecker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
June 29, 2024
Red-headed Woodpecker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
June 29, 2024
Red-headed Woodpecker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
June 30, 2024
Red-headed Woodpecker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
June 30, 2024
Northern Flicker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
July 15, 2024
Red-headed Woodpecker
Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota
August 11, 2024