Record #:

9216

Author(s):

Critcher, T. Stuart

Abstract:

The red-cockaded woodpecker's range is limited to the southeastern states. In North Carolina its highest density is in the Sandhills in the longleaf pine stands. It was officially recognized as an endangered species in 1970. Estimates place the woodpecker's population at around 2,000 in the state.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 39 Issue 11, Nov 1975, p22-24, 27, il, map Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Red-cockaded woodpecker