Great Spotted Woodpecker

Dendrocopos major

The Great Spotted Woodpecker is a medium-sized woodpecker species found in woodlands, parks, and gardens across Europe and parts of Asia. It is known for its distinctive black and white plumage, with a bright red patch on the lower belly of males. These agile birds use their strong bills to drum on trees and forage for insects and larvae. They also excavate nest holes in trees. Great Spotted Woodpeckers are adaptable and can be found in a variety of wooded habitats, from deciduous forests to coniferous woodlands. They are known for their loud drumming calls and can be spotted hopping up tree trunks in search of food.

Habitat: Woodlands, parks, gardens