Many birds have already flown south, but the Downy and Hairy woodpeckers stay put for the winter. FACEBOOK/ WildSafeBC

WILD WEDNESDAY: An up-close look at B.C.’s woodpeckers

Many birds have already flown south to warmer climate now that cooler weather has arrived in B.C.'s Interior.

However, many bird species stay put including the Downy and Hairy woodpecker.

In this week's episode of Wild Wednesday, WildSafeBC shows you how these small birds hunt for grubs and insects under tree bark and how to tell the difference between the two similar, but different woodpeckers.

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Karen Edwards

Originally from southern Ontario, Karen Edwards moved out west after completing her journalism diploma at Durham College. She first began reporting in northern Alberta for a small town newspaper. The busy two-person newsroom taught Karen the importance of accurate and fast reporting. Now working for iNFO News, she is excited to report in a larger community. Karen has written for all kinds of news, including education, crime and mental health. Her background also includes video journalism and documentary production.

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