Heart-spotted Woodpecker

Hemicircus canente

The Heart-spotted Woodpecker, scientifically known as Hemicircus canente, is a small woodpecker found in the forests of Southeast Asia. This species is characterized by its distinctive heart-shaped white spots on its wings and back, which contrast with its black and white plumage. The Heart-spotted Woodpecker is known for its drumming sound, which it produces by pecking on trees. It primarily feeds on insects and larvae found under the bark of trees. This woodpecker plays a vital role in maintaining the ecological balance of its habitat by controlling insect populations. However, due to habitat loss and degradation, its population is declining in some areas.

Habitat: Tropical and subtropical forests