Rufous-breasted Piculet
NameRufous-breasted Piculet
Common NameRufous-breasted Piculet
Scientific NamePicumnus rufiventris
FamilyPicidae
Wingspan (cm)16
Length (cm)9.5
Weight (g)12
Plumage DetailsThe head is black with fine white spots on the crown. The face and throat are rufous, transitioning to a rich rufous-orange on the breast and belly. The back and wings are olive-brown, and the tail is short and dark.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include soft, high-pitched trills and series of short, sharp notes. Unlike larger woodpeckers, it does not typically drum loudly.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the western Amazon basin of South America, including parts of Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and western Brazil.
Identifying FeaturesSmall size (piculet), Rufous breast and belly, Black crown with white spots, Short tail, Olive-brown back
Description
This small woodpecker is characterized by its short tail and active foraging behavior in the forest understory. It typically clings to small branches and vines, searching for insects.
