Lesser Spotted Woodpecker

Brief Description

A very small woodpecker, roughly the size of a sparrow, often found in the upper canopy of trees

Additional Information

• Region of Origin: Palearctic region including Europe and parts of Asia
• Typical Sighting Period: Year-round; most easily seen in late winter and early spring
• Plumage Details: Black and white barred back and wings, white underparts with dark streaks, and males have a red crown
• Ecological Significance: Controls insect populations and creates nesting cavities used by other small birds and mammals
• Conservation Status: Least Concern (Global), but showing significant declines in some regional populations
• Observation Tips: Listen for their distinctive weak drumming or high-pitched 'pee-pee-pee' call in mature deciduous woodlands