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Hairy Woodpecker in Michigan

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

CommonAbundance
Year-round residentSeasonal status
12Active months
199,589Observations

About Hairy Woodpecker in Michigan

Hairy Woodpecker is a North American backyard bird.

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

Monthly Activity — Hairy Woodpecker in Michigan

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 Michigan

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

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Hairy Woodpecker in Michigan: Quick Facts

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

For birders in Detroit and throughout Michigan, 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 Michigan using the related birds section.