Order: Piciformes, Family: Picidae, Genus: Dryocopus
Lineated Woodpecker
A large, powerful woodpecker with a black back, white lines down the side of the neck, and a striking red crest; it is often mistaken for the Crimson-crested Woodpecker.
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Plumage & appearance
Black body with white stripes on the face and neck, and a prominent red crest in both sexes
Ecological significance
Acts as a primary cavity nester, creating holes in trees that provide nesting sites for various other bird and mammal species.
Conservation status
Least Concern (LC)
Observation tips
Listen for their loud, rapid drumming and high-pitched 'wic-wic-wic' calls; they are often seen scaling large tree trunks in semi-open woodlands.
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