breeding exhibited a defined season, lasting from March through August. These birds are very social, and up to 26 pairs will nest in a single tree. When it comes to nest construction, both the male and female will create a nest whole within a tree. The work in a pair is well evenly distributed. Once eggs are laid, both parents take part in incubation, as well as feeding once the young have hatched. The average clutch size is four or five eggs. Previous observations report cooperative breeding in this species but this behavior appears to be rare. Usually only females have been observed incubating on the same nest site. References Further reading External links Hispaniolan woodpecker videos on the Internet Bird Collection Stamps (for Dominican Republic-(2), Haiti) Vireo Photo-High Res-(Close-up) Hispaniolan woodpecker Endemic birds of the Caribbean Endemic birds of Hispaniola Birds of Hispaniola Birds of the Dominican Republic Birds of Haiti Hispaniolan woodpecker Hispaniolan woodpecker