National Parks/ Sanctuaries
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Common Names
red-cockaded woodpecker
Regions
Florida, United StatesAlabama, United StatesArkansas, United States
Population
14,999
Habitat
Pine forests, specifically longleaf pine ecosystems
Weight(in lbs) and Life Span
2.5 ounces (70 grams... and 8-10 years in the wild
Regions
Florida, United States, Alabama, United States, Arkansas, United States, Louisiana, United States, North Carolina, United States, Oklahoma, United States, Texas, United States, South Carolina, United States, Virginia, United States, Georgia, United States
The Red-cockaded Woodpecker (Leuconotopicus borealis) is an endangered bird species found in the southeastern United States. The remaining population of the Red-cockaded Woodpecker is estimated to be around a few thousand groups. Habitat loss due to logging and forest fragmentation is the primary threat to this woodpecker species. Conservation efforts involve habitat management, artificial cavity creation, and reintroduction programs to preserve and enhance suitable pine forest ecosystems for this unique bird.
Activity Instructions
- Draw the Animal: Use the next page to draw a picture of the animal. Use your imagination and make it colorful!
- Write an Essay: Write a short essay about the conservation efforts to save this animal. Here are some questions to guide you:
- Why is this species important in its ecosystem?
- What are the threats it faces, and how can we help?
- What do you find most interesting about this species?
