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Downy Woodpecker

Location: Earth » North America » United States » Delaware » New Castle County

Date: April 4, 2008

Judging by the size of suet cage, he is barely 6 inch if that big, so I believe its a Downy Woodpecker.

Tags: male

Posted by Ted Kropiewnicki on April 04, 2008 16:03. Last updated: April 05, 2008 10:39.

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I'm pretty certain you're correct. The similar hairy woodpecker should have a longer beak.

Posted by Minray Yang on April 04, 2008 21:25.

Thanks Minray!
Thanks Minray! Yes, Hairy Woodpecker is about 9 inches so he would be almost twice the size of the suet cage. The cage is about 5.5 inches tall and Downey at 6 inches fits the size and location.

Posted by Ted Kropiewnicki on April 05, 2008 10:38.

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Posted by Ted Kropiewnicki on April 05, 2008 10:39.

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