South · Atlantic Flyway

Pileated Woodpecker in Virginia

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

CommonAbundance
Year-round residentSeasonal status
12Active months
200,971Observations

About Pileated Woodpecker in Virginia

Pileated Woodpecker is a North American backyard bird.

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

Monthly Activity — Pileated Woodpecker in Virginia

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 Virginia

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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Pileated Woodpecker in Virginia: Quick Facts

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

For birders in Virginia Beach and throughout Virginia, 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 Virginia using the related birds section.