The Grey-and-buff Woodpecker is a distinctive species with a patterned grey and buff plumage, often found in dense forests. Its cryptic coloration helps it blend into the tree bark.
Where to spot
Found in Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, Sumatra, and Borneo, inhabiting primary and secondary lowland rainforests.
How to spot
Look for its intricate grey and buff barring pattern which provides excellent camouflage. Listen for its soft, repetitive 'chick-chick' calls and gentle drumming sounds.
When to spot
Active during daylight hours, observable year-round in its resident range. It can be elusive in dense forest.
Where to spot
Found in Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, Sumatra, and Borneo, inhabiting primary and secondary lowland rainforests.
How to spot
Look for its intricate grey and buff barring pattern which provides excellent camouflage. Listen for its soft, repetitive 'chick-chick' calls and gentle drumming sounds.
When to spot
Active during daylight hours, observable year-round in its resident range. It can be elusive in dense forest.
This woodpecker has a unique foraging style where it often works its way up a tree trunk in a spiral fashion, meticulously searching for prey in bark crevices.
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