Red-backed Flameback
NameRed-backed Flameback
Common NameRed-backed Flameback
Scientific NameDinopium erythronotum
FamilyPicidae
Wingspan (cm)42
Length (cm)29
Weight (g)90
Plumage DetailsMales have a bright red crest, a vivid red back and rump, and a black head with prominent white supercilium and malar stripes. The underparts are whitish with dark scaling. Females are similar but have a black forecrown with white spots and red only on the hindcrown.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a loud, sharp 'kweek' or a repeated 'kew-kew-kew' call. Like other woodpeckers, it also drums on trees.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to Sri Lanka and parts of southern India, primarily in the Western Ghats.
Identifying Featuresred back, red crest (male), black and white striped head, white supercilium and malar stripe, chisel-like bill
Description
This medium-sized woodpecker is characterized by its striking red back and a distinct black and white striped head. It is typically found foraging on tree trunks and branches in tropical forests, using its strong bill to extract insects.
