North Dakota supports a diverse range of birds shaped by its prairie landscapes, wetlands, river systems, and northern plains, as well as its important role within the Central Flyway and northern migration routes. This page brings together bird guides focused on species found in the state, including local bird groups and visual identification resources to support field identification throughout the year.
8 Woodpeckers in North Dakota (with Photos and ID Tips)
North Dakota hosts eight species of woodpeckers, from the familiar downy and hairy woodpeckers found in towns and shelterbelts to the striking red-headed woodpecker, the increasingly encountered red-bellied, and the impressive pileated woodpecker of the state’s eastern forests. Northern flickers are widespread in parks and open groves, yellow-bellied sapsuckers appear as both local breeders and Read more
