Heart-spotted Woodpecker

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The Heart-spotted Woodpecker is a striking small woodpecker, aptly named for the heart-shaped black spots on its underparts. Its black upperparts contrast sharply with these unique markings.

Where to spot

Found in tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, deciduous forests, and bamboo stands across South and Southeast Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, and parts of the Malay Peninsula.

How to spot

Scan tree trunks, branches, and even fallen logs in forested areas. Listen for its distinctive, high-pitched, metallic call or rapid, soft pecking. Its small size and dark plumage can make it hard to spot against bark.

When to spot

Observable year-round, typically active during the day. Early mornings and late afternoons are often the best times to find them actively foraging.

Where to spot

Found in tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, deciduous forests, and bamboo stands across South and Southeast Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, and parts of the Malay Peninsula.

How to spot

When to spot

Observable year-round, typically active during the day. Early mornings and late afternoons are often the best times to find them actively foraging.

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This species frequently forages low on tree trunks and fallen logs, exhibiting a behavior more akin to a nuthatch as it moves both up and down, searching for ants and other insects.

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