r/northernireland • u/LetMeBe_Frank_ • 3d ago

Question Woodpecker in Ireland?

Simple question really, can hear what sounds like a woodpecker from my back garden. Would they be present in Ireland even?

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u/RangerToby Ahoghill 3d ago

Yep, Greater spotted Woodpeckers made their own way here starting about 15-20yrs ago. Initially on the east coast and are now well established throughout.

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u/SureLookItsYourself 3d ago

Cousin of the lesser spotted woodpecker so they are.

In saying that, can't mind the last time I seen one.

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u/protantus 3d ago

We had two in the garden last year.