Green-barred woodpecker

Colaptes melanochloros

The Green-barred woodpecker, scientifically known as Colaptes melanochloros, is a medium-sized woodpecker found in South America. It has a distinctive green and black barred plumage on its back and wings, with a red crown on the head of the male. This species is often found in open woodland, savannas, and forest edges, where it forages for insects and larvae by drumming on tree trunks. The Green-barred woodpecker is known for its loud and distinctive calls, often heard echoing through the forest. It is an important species for the ecosystem, contributing to the control of insect populations.

Habitat: Open woodland, savannas, forest edges