Knysna Woodpecker

Campethera notata

The Knysna Woodpecker, scientifically known as Campethera notata, is a medium-sized woodpecker found in the forests and woodlands of southern Africa. It has a distinctive black and white barred plumage with a red crown and a long chisel-like bill, which it uses to excavate insects from tree bark. This species is known for its loud and distinctive drumming sounds, which it uses to communicate and establish territory. The Knysna Woodpecker is an important part of its ecosystem, playing a role in controlling insect populations and creating nesting cavities in trees. However, due to habitat loss and fragmentation, its population is declining in some areas.

Habitat: Forests and woodlands