Black-rumped Flameback

Dinopium benghalense

The Black-rumped Flameback, also known as the Lesser Golden-backed Woodpecker, is a medium-sized woodpecker found in the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. It has a black rump and a golden-yellow back with black-and-white wings. This species is known for its distinctive drumming and calls, often heard in wooded habitats. It primarily feeds on insects and tree sap, using its strong bill to drill into tree bark. The Black-rumped Flameback plays an important role in its ecosystem by controlling insect populations and creating nest cavities in trees.

Habitat: Wooded habitats and open forests