Ivory-billed Woodpecker

Campephilus robustus

The Ivory-billed Woodpecker is a large woodpecker species native to the southeastern United States and Cuba. It is known for its striking black and white plumage, with a prominent ivory-colored bill. This species is renowned for its distinctive double knock drumming sound and its preference for old-growth forests with large trees. Unfortunately, the Ivory-billed Woodpecker is considered critically endangered, with populations declining due to habitat loss and hunting. Efforts are ongoing to search for and conserve this iconic bird, but its elusive nature and remote habitat make conservation efforts challenging.

Habitat: Old-growth forests with large trees