Black-cheeked Woodpecker
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    Black-cheeked Woodpecker

    Melanerpes pucherani

    Iconic Birds
    Least Concern

    The black-cheeked woodpecker is a species of bird in subfamily Picinae of the woodpecker family Picidae. It is found from Mexico south to Ecuador.

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    Where to Find

    Top parks for Black-cheeked Woodpecker. Sightings recorded in 132 safari areas total.

    ● Common (500+ sightings)● Occasional (50-499)● Rare (<50)
    Central & South America
    Actun Tunichil Muknal Natural MonumentCayo & Western Maya Mountains, Belize
    Rare
    Aguacate Lagoon Private ReserveCayo & Western Maya Mountains, Belize
    Rare
    Aguas Turbias National ParkNorthern Belize & Corozal Bay, Belize
    Rare
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