West · Central Flyway

Hairy Woodpecker in Colorado

Yes — Hairy Woodpeckers are common in Colorado all year. Leuconotopicus villosus · Picidae

CommonAbundance
Year-round residentSeasonal status
12Active months
75,142Observations

About Hairy Woodpecker in Colorado

Hairy Woodpecker is a North American backyard bird.

In Colorado, this species is classified as common. It is a year-round resident, present in all 12 months.

Monthly Activity — Hairy Woodpecker in Colorado

Relative frequency of observations by month. Higher bars indicate peak periods for this species.

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Identification

FamilyPicidae
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Best Time to See Hairy Woodpecker in Colorado

January
Peak
February
Peak
March
Peak
April
Peak
May
Peak
June
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July
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August
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September
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October
Peak
November
Peak
December
Peak

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Hairy Woodpecker in Colorado: Quick Facts

The Hairy Woodpecker (Leuconotopicus villosus) is a common bird in Colorado. It is classified as a year-round resident in the state, falling within the West region and the Central Flyway migration corridor.

For birders in Denver and throughout Colorado, knowing the seasonal patterns of Hairy Woodpecker can help plan birding trips and backyard feeding strategies.

Use the monthly activity chart above to plan your birding outings, and explore other bird species found in Colorado using the related birds section.