Ochre-collared Piculet

Picumnus temminckii

The Ochre-collared Piculet is a small woodpecker found in South America. It has a distinctive ochre-colored collar on the back of its neck, with a combination of black, white, and brown plumage. This species is known for its drumming behavior, often heard during the breeding season. Ochre-collared Piculets primarily forage for insects and larvae in the bark of trees, using their specialized bills to extract prey. They are typically found in lowland forests and woodland habitats, where they can be observed climbing and pecking on tree trunks and branches. Although not globally threatened, habitat loss and fragmentation are potential threats to their populations.

Habitat: Lowland forests and woodland habitats