Great Spotted Woodpecker

Dendrocopos Major
The Great Spotted Woodpecker is mainly going to be found in woodland, where one is able to hear it probing the trees.

How to Identify

Most of the time, you're going to hear the Great Spotted Woodpecker by listening out for the drilling sound it makes. Still, it can be easy to identify if you're able to see it. It is largely black and white, with patches of red plumage.

Size

Weight: 85g

Wingspan: 34-39cm

Length: 22-23cm