ID Quiz - January 9, 2026

It's a Hairy Woodpecker!

Note the large bill that helps separate it from the similar Downy Woodpecker. It also appears to lack dark barring in the white tail feathers, which is another supporting field mark (although not 100% reliable). With the red on the back of the head, this is a male.

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