Woodpecker

Red-bellied Woodpecker

The Red-bellied Woodpeckers are common in many Eastern woodlands and forests, from old stands of oak and hickory to young hardwoods and pines. They can be found in West Elizabeth, Ambarino and especially Roakoke Ridge. As omnivores, their diet consists of insects, fruits, nuts and berries. As with all animals, foraging becomes an important role in an animal's ability to survive and reproduce. The red-bellied woodpecker expresses foraging behavior by using its bill as a chisel drilling into bark or probing cracks on tree trunks. In this manner, they are able to pull out beetles and other insects from the tree with the help of its long tongue. A Bow with Small Game Arrows can be used to take down birds of this size, with minimal damage to their carcass. Their carcass and feathers can be used for crafting.

Geographic Distribution

• Ambarino
• Roanoke Ridge
• West Elizabeth