Explore the fascinating Northern Flicker (Colaptes auratus), a widespread woodpecker known for its ground-foraging habits and distinct subspecies that hybridize across North America. This deep dive covers their complex communication through drumming and calls, their ecological role as insect controllers and cavity creators, and their adaptability across habitats—from forests to urban parks.

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