The Woodpecker
Size: 6-12 inches
Lifespan: an average of 4-11 years
Food: a diet of insects, fruit, acorns, and nuts
Habitat: wooded areas and forests
Description: The woodpecker’s strong, pointed beak acts as a chisel and a crowbar to remove bark and find hiding insects. It has a very long tongue – up to four inches long and a glue-like substance on the tip for catching insects.