Downy woodpecker

     Downy woodpecker got its name from Catesby. Both the male and female are the same size. The Downy Woodpecker is the smallest woodpecker seen in eastern North America. They are black and white. The males have a red patch on the back of their head so its easy to tell the difference between the male and female. Peak mating time is in between April and May. They drum to find a mate or to announce territory. They don't migrate as much even in the winter. But some birds farther up north might come down south. Their habitat is anywhere from forest to backyards. They eat mostly insects but they also eat seeds and berries. Their population is at the least concern. They are not close to becoming extinct.