Northern flicker

Northern Flicker

Northern Flicker

The Northern Flicker is a colorful woodpecker, covering most of North America. This is a common bird, yet if it were found in an aviary, it would probably take your breath away. The Northern Flicker stands alone with its engaging plumage and curious personality.

Photo by Kelly Colgan Azar

Featured Sanctuary Bird: Northern Flicker

Featured Sanctuary Bird: Northern Flicker

This week's Friday Feathered Feature is the Northern Flicker - These handsome birds are popping up all over our Faville Grove Sanctuary! Though you might expect to find woodpeckers in a tree, they are often stirred up from the ground, foraging on ants and beetles. Their unusual, slightly curved beak helps dig up these little critters.