Javan Flameback
NameJavan Flameback
Common NameJavan Flameback
Scientific NameDinopium javanense
FamilyPicidae
Wingspan (cm)32
Length (cm)29
Weight (g)70
Plumage DetailsMales have a prominent red crest, while females have a yellow crest streaked with black. Both sexes feature a black and white striped face, black nape, and golden-yellow to olive-brown upperparts and wings. The underparts are whitish with dark scaling.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a loud, rapid, laughing call, often described as a 'ki-ki-ki-ki-ki' series, and characteristic drumming on trees.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeNative to Southeast Asia, its range includes the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Java, Borneo, and various smaller surrounding islands.
Identifying Featuresred crest (male), yellow/black streaked crest (female), golden-yellow back, black and white facial stripes, strong chisel-like bill
Description
A medium-sized woodpecker native to Southeast Asia, characterized by its striking plumage. It typically forages on tree trunks and branches, using its strong bill to excavate insects from wood.
