Band-bellied Woodpecker
Band-bellied Woodpecker
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The Band-bellied Woodpecker is a medium-sized species, recognized by its reddish-brown and barred underparts that contrast with its olive-green back. It is a resident of tropical forests.
Where to spot
Found across Southeast Asia, including the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Borneo, and some smaller islands. Inhabits lowland and hill rainforests, often in primary or mature secondary forests.
How to spot
Look for its reddish-brown belly with distinct banding, contrasting with an olive-green back. Males have a red crown. Listen for its loud, piercing 'kee-ah' calls and characteristic hammering sounds.
When to spot
Active during daylight hours, observed year-round in its resident range. Mornings are often best for sightings and vocalizations.
Where to spot
Found across Southeast Asia, including the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Borneo, and some smaller islands. Inhabits lowland and hill rainforests, often in primary or mature secondary forests.
How to spot
Look for its reddish-brown belly with distinct banding, contrasting with an olive-green back. Males have a red crown. Listen for its loud, piercing 'kee-ah' calls and characteristic hammering sounds.
When to spot
Active during daylight hours, observed year-round in its resident range. Mornings are often best for sightings and vocalizations.
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Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This species exhibits a unique foraging behavior, often hammering on dead wood to chip away large sections of bark, exposing a rich supply of insects underneath.
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