John C. Landa Jr., “the Schulenbirder,” sends two photos that he says help demonstrate the difference between the Downy Woodpecker and Red-bellied Woodpecker. Both photos were taken in Houston this past weekend.
The Downy Woodpecker (PHOTO #1) is smaller, has a black and white pattern on the face, and has a red dot on the back of the head.
The Red-bellied Woodpecker (PHOTO #2) is larger, and the fac…