The Black-cheeked Woodpecker (Melanerpes pucherani) is one of the most widespread and common woodpeckers in Costa Rica. Compare this woodpecker's call to that of our to our related Gila Woodpecker. Both are from the Melanerpes genus.

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Identification
Melanerpes pucherani (black-cheeked woodpecker)
Contributors
Douglas Von Gausig, Naturesongs.com
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Subjects

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