Rufous-breasted Piculet

Piaya melanogaster

The Rufous-breasted Piculet (Piaya melanogaster) is a small woodpecker found in the tropical forests of South America. It has a distinctive rufous-colored breast and a black and white striped head. This species is known for its rapid drumming on trees and is often heard before it is seen. Rufous-breasted Piculets forage for insects and larvae in the bark and branches of trees, using their sharp beaks to extract their prey. They are typically found in the understory and lower canopy of forests, and are known for their agile and acrobatic movements as they navigate through dense vegetation.

Habitat: Tropical forests