The Middle Spotted Woodpecker is a small to medium-sized bird found primarily in deciduous forests across parts of Europe and Asia. It has a distinctive appearance, featuring a white belly, black wings, and a red crown on the male. This woodpecker typically forages for insects and larvae in tree bark, using its strong beak to create holes. These birds are known for their characteristic drumming sounds, which they use to communicate and establish territory. The Middle Spotted Woodpecker prefers mature trees, often nesting in old woodpecker holes. Their population is affected by habitat loss and changes in forest management practices.