- SCIENTIFIC NAME
- Colaptes auratus
- CLASSIFICATION
- Bird
- LIFE SPAN
- 2-5 Years
- SIZE
- 12-14” | 0.1--0.75lbs
- STATE CONSERVATION STATUS
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- State Protected
- FEDERAL CONSERVATION STATUS
- Least Concern
- GAME STATUS
- Non-Game
- GAME TYPE
- None
- Washoe
- Humboldt
- Pershing
- Churchill
- Mineral
- Lyon
- Douglas
- Carson City
- Storey
- Elko
- Lander
- Eureka
- White Pine
- Esmeralda
- Nye
- Lincoln
- Clark
Habitat & Range
Northern Flickers are typically year-long residents in Nevada and can be found in the US, Canada, and central Mexico. They are commonly seen in urban areas as well burned forests.
- Alpine forests of the Sierras
- Developed Landscapes
- Upland Forests
Threats
- Habitat Degradation
- Habitat Loss
- Urban Development
Northern Flickers are typically monogamous, with pairs raising 1 brood per year. The brood usually consists of 5 to 8 white, glossy eggs. Both parents take turns incubating the eggs for about 12 days, and the chicks are ready to fledge approximately 24 to 27 days later.
Unlike many other woodpeckers, Northern Flickers are unique in that they feed primarily on the ground. Their diet mainly includes ants and beetles, although they will also eat fruits and berries when available.
In Nevada, Northern Flickers can be found in a variety of habitats, including open woodlands, grasslands with scattered trees, and riparian areas. They often create their nests by excavating holes in trees, but in some areas, they may also use old woodpecker holes or other suitable cavities.
Fun Facts
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