The Pileated Woodpecker lives throughout North America and as the third largest woodpecker, it is slightly smaller than the American Crow. The feathers appear to be black, has a long tail used as a brace when chiseling and sports the characteristic red crest.
This bird is found in both coniferous and decidous forests living year round (they don't migrate) in large, dead trees called snags. Pileated Woodpeckers are monogamous, staying with the same mate for life.
For more interesting facts visit my source of information Pileated Woodpecker Central.com.
To see all the photos in a new window click Merle's SmugMug Pileated Woodpecker Photos.
I first saw these birds about 18 months ago and I have been photographing them for about 6 months. I will be adding photos as I take them throughout the seasons.
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