The sexes are similar, but the male ladder-backed woodpecker has extensive red on the crown, which is lacking in the females. See the closely similar Nuttall’s woodpecker. The Gila also has ...

The red crowned pileated woodpecker is the largest woodpecker in North America. Learn about their call and sound, size and nests.

juveniles of both sexes have a solid red crown like that of the adult male. Unmistakable given its group-living habits and loud calls. White-headed woodpecker has similar white wing patch and ...