A standout among woodpecker species, the northern flicker is one of the flashiest birds in North America Its sleek body is a brownish-gray color with flashes of other hues, especially as it rests or springs into flight A spangled breast accentuated with black polka dots and a white bib set it apart from its relatives, and its bright red or gold-colored wing linings are particularly noticeable when it flies by It's no wonder this bird earned a host of folk names, including yellowhammer, harry-wicket, yarrup, and wicka wicka
 
 Unlike most other North American woodpeckers, which tend to nest in holes they create themselves, flickers are cavity nesters They use tree cavities and snags, as well as birdhouses when available, to raise their young A mated pair will work together to excavate a new cavity in dead trees or utility poles, and may also reuse and repair old ones Once the female lays her clutch, the male will incubate it for six to eight weeks Flickers are monogamous and defend their territories aggressively
 
 They are the largest members of the woodpecker family, and their long wings and tails give them a graceful flight profile Their feet are specialized to support their long, strong legs, and they can flit through the air for hours at a time This unique ability to fly and perch at the same time helps them find food on the ground, as well as in the trees, where they spend much of their lives
 
 Like other woodpeckers, northern flickers are migratory Most of them move south for the winter, but some stick around in the north as residents They are among the few North American woodpeckers that are strongly influenced by climate change, and they are also vulnerable to other threats, such as habitat loss and a lack of nesting sites
 
 Audubon scientists are working to better understand how climate change is impacting the species, and you can help Choose a temperature scenario below to see how the changes might affect the flicker's range and health
 
 Flickers are a favorite of many bird watchers, and you can welcome them to your yard with this high-quality northern flicker bird house Made in the USA with weather-resistant cedar, it is designed for flickers to mate and nest, but is large enough for other birds like woodpeckers and blue jays to share
 
 The floor measures 7 inches by 7 inches and the entrance is 2 1/2 inches in diameter positioned 14 to 18 inches from the ground It's easy to clean with a screwdriver and features a clear acrylic shield that can be removed for maintenance  https//nestvuicom/bang-gia-to-yen-sao/  slanted front and overhang allow rain to slide off rather than soak the nest, while small cut outs promote ventilation Mounting screws are included
 
 To encourage flickers to occupy your birdhouse, place it in an area with good light and a mix of conifers, birches, and other deciduous trees Provide a feeder nearby with black oil sunflower seeds or hulled sunflower seeds to draw them in Flickers are predominately ants eaters, but will also feed on berries and other fruits, seeds, and nuts