Red-headed Woodpecker (21)
Melanerpes erythrocephalus
(Near-threatened)
Canada (Ontario)
Jul 23 2026
adult
Ottawa - Regionally rare, one of a few breeders.
Jul 26
40
Splendid capture.
Excellent capture,Brian!
Adults are stunning subjects but they show best in the sun. The bird was in a wooded area and it took quite a while before I had that opportunity.
Love that species. I usually have a tough time lol.