Goodfellow's Woodpecker

Vauriella goodfellowi

Goodfellow's Woodpecker (Vauriella goodfellowi) is a small to medium-sized woodpecker found in the montane forests of Borneo. It has a distinctive black and white plumage with red markings on the head and nape. This species is known for its drumming behavior, using its bill to create rhythmic patterns on trees. Goodfellow's Woodpecker forages for insects and larvae in the bark and branches of trees, using its strong bill to excavate and probe for food. It nests in tree cavities and is often observed in pairs or small family groups. The conservation status of Goodfellow's Woodpecker is currently classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN due to habitat loss and fragmentation.

Habitat: Montane forests of Borneo