Choco woodpecker

Veniliornis chocoensis

The Choco woodpecker (Veniliornis chocoensis) is a small to medium-sized woodpecker found in the Choco region of western Colombia and northwestern Ecuador. It has a distinctive black and white plumage with red markings on the head and throat. This species is known for its rhythmic drumming and tapping sounds as it forages for insects and larvae in the dense, humid forests of its range. The Choco woodpecker plays a vital role in the ecosystem by helping to control insect populations. However, it faces threats from habitat loss due to deforestation and agricultural expansion.

Habitat: Dense, humid forests