North Dakota is a huge state with lots of wilderness and not too many people. In other words, it’s perfect for birds. In fact, you can find seven different woodpecker species in the state and many of them have large populations. North Dakota is truly a bird lover’s secret paradise. If you’re traveling through the … Read more
Hawaii is undeniably beautiful and full of stunning wildlife, from the unique flowers that don’t grow anywhere else, to the native birds like the nene and the Hawai’i ‘akepa. The Aloha State is even home to one species of woodpecker. Wait a second. Only one? Yep. Because the state is thousands of miles from the … Read more
With their unique coloring, distinctive sound, and extra-long tongues, woodpeckers are pretty unique birds which makes them fun to find. In New Hampshire, whether you live in Portsmouth or make your home in the rural mountains, there are nine different woodpecker species that you can see. Sadly, extensive logging, insect outbreaks, and beaver activity have … Read more
As one of the least populated states in the US, Wyoming is its fair share of wild, open spaces. That’s part of what makes the state so special. But while it might not have as many humans per square mile as some others, it has tons and tons of bird inhabitants. In addition to hundreds … Read more
The Black vulture (Coragyps atratus) and the Turkey vulture (Cathartes aura) are two of thethree species of vulture that can be found in the whole of the United States, the third one being the California condor. While the condor is endangered and limited to a small range in the west, you can see the Black … Read more
Nevada is fortunate in that it has over a dozen species of woodpeckers, sapsuckers, and flickers that visit or make the state their home. That’s more than almost any other state in the US! From the common and brave downy woodpecker to the rare and shy black-backed woodpecker, there are lots of these unique and … Read more
South Dakota is a vast state with an extremely diverse landscape that is home to hundreds of species of birds, including 10 different woodpeckers. Whether you’re exploring the Black Hills, hiking the George S. Mickelson Trail, or just hanging out in Sioux Falls or Rapid City, there’s no doubt you can find a few woodpeckers … Read more
Woodpeckers are exciting birds to find. They have such striking colors and they’re not as common as some of the birds that nest in our yards and forests. Plus, it’s fun to watch them work to find food in logs and trees. Mississippi is home to some pretty extraordinary wilderness areas, which means you have … Read more
It’s always exciting to see a woodpecker, with their bright coloring and striking silhouette, they’re easy to recognize. Delaware is home to seven different species of woodpeckers, so whether you’re visiting or you live in The First State, there are lots of opportunities to see them. Delaware is also home to some incredibly important refuge … Read more
Rhode Island is the smallest state in the United States and a lot of people assume that means there aren’t many good places to go bird watching. That’s not true! From the Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge to the Rhode Island Coastal Birding Trail, there are many places where you can work on your Big Year. … Read more
