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Sphyrapicus varius

Sphyrapicus varius,Yellow-bellied sapsucker

The Yellow-bellied sapsucker, known as Sphyrapicus varius or yellow-bellied sapsucker, feeds on insects and SAP. Nest in a hole in a tree. 5-6 eggs are laid in each clutch.Yellow-bellied succulent woodpeckers exist in some numbers, but are under threat.Protect wild animals and eliminate wild meat.Ma

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Scientific Name Sphyrapicus varius,Yellow-bellied sapsucker
Length 18-21cm
Weight No textual research information is available
Lifespan No textual research information is available
IUCN Status LC
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    The Yellow-bellied sapsucker, known as Sphyrapicus varius or yellow-bellied sapsucker, feeds on insects and SAP. Nest in a hole in a tree. 5-6 eggs are laid in each clutch.ee69f217fdfaaf51eb206b90875494eef11f7a55_九雷图片转换器.jpg

    Yellow-bellied succulent woodpeckers exist in some numbers, but are under threat.


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    Protect wild animals and eliminate wild meat.


    Maintaining ecological balance is everyone's responsibility!


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    Key characteristics, appearance, and habitat information.

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    Appearance

    The yellow-bellied succulent woodpecker is 18 to 21 cm long. The crown and throat are red. The upper body is black with horizontal white stripes. The upper chest is black, the rest of the lower body is yellow. The mouth, legs and feet are dark gray.

    Distribution & Habitat

    Yellow-bellied succulent woodpeckers are found in southern Canada and the eastern and central United States.
    Yellow-bellied succulent woodpeckers inhabit mixed forests and woodlands such as parks and courtyards.
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