Guatemalan Flicker
NameGuatemalan Flicker
Common NameGuatemalan Flicker
Scientific NameColaptes mexicanoides
FamilyPicidae
Wingspan (cm)46.5
Length (cm)32
Weight (g)125
Plumage DetailsThe plumage features a reddish-brown crown and nape, a gray face and throat, and a prominent red malar stripe (mustache) in males. A distinct black crescent marks the upper breast, while the white underparts are heavily spotted with black. The back and wings are typically barred with black and brown/gray.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a loud, ringing 'wick-wick-wick' call and a rapid, sustained 'kyeer-kyeer-kyeer' series. Like other woodpeckers, it also produces a strong drumming sound.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, grassland, urban, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the highlands of southern Mexico and Guatemala, with its range extending into parts of El Salvador and Honduras.
Identifying FeaturesReddish-brown crown and nape, Gray face and throat, Red malar stripe (males), Black crescent on upper breast, Heavily black-spotted white underparts, Ground-foraging behavior
Description
This medium-sized woodpecker is characterized by its distinctive reddish-brown crown and nape, gray face, and heavily spotted underparts. It frequently forages on the ground for ants and other insects, a behavior typical of flickers.
