Northeast · Atlantic Flyway

Red-bellied Woodpecker in Rhode Island

Melanerpes carolinus — Picidae

CommonAbundance
Year-round residentSeasonal status
11Active months
30,247Observations

About Red-bellied Woodpecker in Rhode Island

Red-bellied Woodpecker is a North American backyard bird.

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

Monthly Activity — Red-bellied Woodpecker in Rhode Island

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 Red-bellied Woodpecker in Rhode Island

January
Peak
February
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March
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April
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May
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June
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July
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August
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September
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October
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November
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December
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Red-bellied Woodpecker in Rhode Island: Quick Facts

The Red-bellied Woodpecker (Melanerpes carolinus) is a common bird in Rhode Island. 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 Providence and throughout Rhode Island, knowing the seasonal patterns of Red-bellied 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 Rhode Island using the related birds section.