Order
Piciformes
Family
Picidae
Genus
Colaptes
Species
auratus
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Location Photographed
Co R, Colorado
Number of Sub-Species
Ten Sub Species
Migratory or Resident
Partial Migratory
Preferred Habitat
Open areas near trees, woodlands, forests, edges, yards and parks.
Distribution and Range
Throughout North America from Alaska to Central America
Food
Insects and other arthropods plus fruits, berries, seeds and nuts.