Melancholy Woodpecker
Melancholy Woodpecker
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The Melancholy Woodpecker is a rather drab, medium-sized species of West and Central Africa. It has olive-green upperparts, pale underparts, and a reddish crown in males, blending well into its forest habitat.
Where to spot
Inhabits tropical moist broadleaf forests and forest edges in West and Central Africa, from Sierra Leone to Uganda and Angola.
How to spot
Look for its duller olive-green plumage as it forages in the mid-canopy. It can be hard to spot in dense foliage, so listen for its quiet pecking or soft, repeated calls.
When to spot
Resident year-round in its tropical habitat. Active during daylight hours, often more conspicuous in the mornings.
Where to spot
Inhabits tropical moist broadleaf forests and forest edges in West and Central Africa, from Sierra Leone to Uganda and Angola.
How to spot
Look for its duller olive-green plumage as it forages in the mid-canopy. It can be hard to spot in dense foliage, so listen for its quiet pecking or soft, repeated calls.
When to spot
Resident year-round in its tropical habitat. Active during daylight hours, often more conspicuous in the mornings.
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Despite its name, this woodpecker is quite active, constantly moving up tree trunks and along branches in search of insects. The name likely refers to its often soft and understated vocalizations.
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