The yellow-bellied sapsucker is considered to be least concern by the IUCN, even though it has a decreasing population.
This is because of its large range of about 7,830,000 square kilometres (3,020,000 sq mi).
In addition, it has a large population, being common in its range, although it is not easily seen when not breeding.
It has low genetic diversity; about half of that of most birds.

In the United States, yellow-bellied sapsuckers are listed and protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, making taking, killing, or possessing it illegal without a permit.
The yellow-bellied sapsucker is considered to be least concern by the IUCN, even though it has a decreasing population. This is because of its large range of about 7,830,000 square kilometres (3,020,000 sq mi). In addition, it has a large population, being common in its range, although it is not easily seen when not breeding. It has low genetic diversity; about half of that of most birds.
In the United States, yellow-bellied sapsuckers are listed and protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, making taking, killing, or possessing it illegal without a permit.
Yellow-bellied sapsucker