BIRD TYPES
WOODPECKERS
Woodpeckers are easily distinguished from other birds by their habit of perching in a vertical position on the trunks of trees with the tips of their tails pressed against the bark. While in this position, they tap upon the tree with their sharp, pointed beaks.
THE DOWNY WOODPECKER
Learn to recognize the smallest of our woodpeckers, the Downy. Winter or summer it may be found among the apple trees and shade trees, a tiny black and white bird little bigger than a wren.
OBSERVATIONS
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Why is "checkerboard" a good name for this bird?
Are there any distinct lines of white?
Are there any patches of red?