What is another word for red-breasted sapsucker?
Pronunciation: [ɹˈɛdbɹˈɛstɪd sˈapsʌkə] (IPA) 
The red-breasted sapsucker is a distinctive bird found in western North America, known for its striking appearance and unique feeding habits. But what other names does this avian species go by? Synonyms for the red-breasted sapsucker include the rufous-bellied woodpecker, red-breasted woodpecker, and the northern sapsucker. These names reflect the bird's rust-colored belly and red head, as well as its feeding behavior, which involves creating sap wells in trees to feed on insects and sap. No matter the name used, the red-breasted sapsucker is a beloved and important member of many ecosystems, contributing to the health and diversity of forests and woodlands.
