Lesser Spotted Woodpecker

Dryobates minor

The Lesser Spotted Woodpecker (Dryobates minor) is a small woodpecker species found in woodlands and forests across Europe and parts of Asia. This elusive bird is known for its distinctive drumming sound and its habit of foraging for insects on tree trunks and branches. The male has a red crown, while the female has a black crown. It nests in tree cavities and is often associated with mature, deciduous woodlands. The population of Lesser Spotted Woodpeckers has been declining due to habitat loss and fragmentation.

Habitat: Woodlands and forests