Black-backed Woodpecker (Picoides arctus)
This
male black-backed woodpecker is a rare find! They are
uncommon even in their preferred habitat and we were
fortunate to not only see him, but to get a dozen photos of
him! There are only three species of woodpeckers in Western
Canada that display a black back. Other woodpeckers at the
campground, include the Hairy, Downy, Three-toed, Pileated,
Flicker, and Yellow-bellied sapsucker!