Great Rufous Woodcreeper

Xiphocolaptes major

The Great Rufous Woodcreeper (Xiphocolaptes major) is a large, terrestrial bird found in the forests of South America. It has a distinctive rufous plumage with black and white streaks, and a long, strong bill for foraging insects and small vertebrates from tree bark. This species is known for its loud, repetitive calls that echo through the forest. Great Rufous Woodcreepers are typically found in mature, undisturbed forests and are often seen foraging on tree trunks and branches. They play a vital role in forest ecosystems by controlling insect populations. However, due to habitat loss and fragmentation, their populations are declining in some areas.

Habitat: Mature, undisturbed forests