Varzea Piculet

Picumnus varzeae

The Varzea Piculet (Picumnus varzeae) is a small woodpecker species found in the Amazon Basin of Brazil. It has a distinctive black and white plumage with a red crown and a short, sturdy bill. This species is known for its acrobatic foraging behavior, often seen climbing and probing for insects on tree trunks and branches. The Varzea Piculet prefers dense, humid forests near waterways, where it can find suitable nesting sites and abundant insect prey. Although not much is known about its population trends, the Varzea Piculet may face threats from habitat loss and fragmentation due to deforestation.

Habitat: Dense, humid forests near waterways