Green-barred woodpecker

Colaptes aeruginosus

The Green-barred woodpecker, also known as the Colaptes aeruginosus, is a medium-sized woodpecker found in South America. It has a distinctive green and black barred plumage on its back, with a red crown and throat. This species is known for its drumming behavior, using its bill to create loud, rapid beats on trees to communicate and establish territory. The Green-barred woodpecker primarily feeds on insects and larvae found in dead or decaying wood. It inhabits a variety of forested habitats, including tropical and subtropical forests, and is often found in areas with dense vegetation and ample dead wood for foraging and nesting.

Habitat: Forested habitats, including tropical and subtropical forests