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Pileated Woodpecker in New York

Yes — Pileated Woodpeckers are common in New York all year. Dryocopus pileatus · Picidae

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About Pileated Woodpecker in New York

Pileated Woodpecker is a North American backyard bird.

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

Monthly Activity — Pileated Woodpecker in New York

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 Pileated Woodpecker in New York

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Other birds in New York

Birds you might also encounter in New York.

DW
Downy WoodpeckerDryobates pubescensYear-round
RW
Red-bellied WoodpeckerMelanerpes carolinusYear-round
AR
American RobinTurdus migratorius
BC
Black-capped ChickadeePoecile atricapillus
NC
Northern CardinalCardinalis cardinalis
BJ
Blue JayCyanocitta cristata

Pileated Woodpecker in other states

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Pileated Woodpecker in New York: Quick Facts

The Pileated Woodpecker (Dryocopus pileatus) is a common bird in New York. It is classified as a year-round resident in the state, falling within the Northeast region and the Atlantic Flyway migration corridor.

For birders in New York City and throughout New York, knowing the seasonal patterns of Pileated 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 New York using the related birds section.