Lafresnaye's Piculet
NameLafresnaye's Piculet
Common NameLafresnaye's Piculet
Scientific NamePicumnus lafresnayi
FamilyPicidae
Wingspan (cm)14.5
Length (cm)8.5
Weight (g)10
Plumage DetailsThe plumage features a dark crown heavily spotted with white, especially prominent on the forehead and nape. The back and wings are olive-brown, while the underparts are distinctly barred with dark brown and whitish or pale yellowish. It has a short, dark tail.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations typically consist of a high-pitched, thin, and rapid trill, often described as a series of 'tsit' notes.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThis species is found in the western Amazon basin, including southeastern Colombia, eastern Ecuador, northeastern Peru, and northwestern Brazil.
Identifying FeaturesVery small size, Heavily white-spotted dark crown, Barred underparts, Olive-brown back, Short tail
Description
Lafresnaye's Piculet is a very small woodpecker species found in humid lowland forests of the Amazon basin. It typically forages on small branches and vines, gleaning insects from bark and probing crevices.
