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Birds
Lewis's Woodpecker
Melanerpes lewis
A striking, crow-sized woodpecker with a dark green back and pinkish belly. Unlike most woodpeckers, it catches insects in flight like a flycatcher.
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Field Note
Lewis's Woodpecker was first described by Meriwether Lewis of the famous Lewis and Clark expedition in 1805.
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Where to Spot It at ABNC
Open Ponderosa Pine forests along the upper trail. Watch for them perched on dead branches, sallying out to catch flying insects.
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Why It Matters
As a species of special concern, Lewis's Woodpecker depends on open Ponderosa Pine forests — the same habitat ABNC protects.
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Good to Know
This unusual woodpecker doesn't peck wood much — instead it catches bugs right out of the air like a superhero!