How does the prey targeted by the Downy Woodpecker typically compare to that of the large Pileated Woodpecker?

Downy focuses on smaller prey like spiders and wasps, while Pileated targets large carpenter ants and termites

Dietary specialization among different woodpecker species, even in the same woodland, is often dictated by body size and the corresponding foraging morphology, which minimizes direct competition. The Downy Woodpecker, being the smallest species in North America, concentrates its efforts on smaller food items such as ants, wasps, small spiders, and caterpillars. Conversely, the much larger Pileated Woodpecker requires significantly higher caloric intake, which mandates targeting large prey like carpenter ants and termites that reside in established galleries. The excavation effort required by the Pileated to access these substantial resources is far greater than the smaller foraging required by the Downy.