Nubian Woodpecker
Nubian Woodpecker
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The Nubian Woodpecker is a medium-sized species, recognized by its distinct spotting on the underparts and olive-green upperparts. It is a resident of savannas and acacia woodlands.
Where to spot
Widespread across East Africa and parts of Northeast Africa, including countries like Sudan, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Somalia, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Democratic Republic of Congo. Inhabits dry acacia savannas and woodlands.
How to spot
Look for its spotted underparts and olive-green back. Males have a red crown. Listen for its loud, repetitive 'wick-wick' calls and typical drumming on trees.
When to spot
Active during daylight hours, observable year-round. It is often conspicuous in the morning when feeding or vocalizing.
Where to spot
Widespread across East Africa and parts of Northeast Africa, including countries like Sudan, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Somalia, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Democratic Republic of Congo. Inhabits dry acacia savannas and woodlands.
How to spot
Look for its spotted underparts and olive-green back. Males have a red crown. Listen for its loud, repetitive 'wick-wick' calls and typical drumming on trees.
When to spot
Active during daylight hours, observable year-round. It is often conspicuous in the morning when feeding or vocalizing.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This woodpecker frequently forages on acacia trees, specializing in finding insects within the thorny branches, and sometimes even pecking into galls caused by insects.
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