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Flicker

#50. Common Flicker


Group name:

Woodpecker Family-Birds (Aves)



Habitat:

Farms, open woods, parks, backyards.


A good photo of a common flicker.(43K Image.)


Traits:

1) White rump.

2) Male has red mustache. Female has none.

3) Black brest patch.

4) Underwings are orangish.

5) Long woodpecker bill.

6) 3 toes front, 1 on back for strong grip on bark.

7) Eats fruit, seeds & especially insects & grubs in wood.


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