Spot-throated Flameback
NameSpot-throated Flameback
Common NameSpot-throated Flameback
Scientific NameDinopium pardale
FamilyPicidae
Wingspan (cm)45
Length (cm)29
Weight (g)100
Plumage DetailsMales feature a prominent red crest, while females have a black crest with white streaks. Both sexes display a vibrant golden-yellow back and wings, a black rump and tail, and a head and neck patterned with black and white stripes. The throat is whitish with fine black spots or streaks, and the underparts are whitish with black scaling.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a loud, ringing 'ki-ki-ki-ki' or 'kweek-kweek-kweek' call, often descending in pitch. Like other woodpeckers, it also produces drumming sounds on trees.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThis species is native to Southeast Asia, inhabiting the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Borneo, and various smaller surrounding islands.
Identifying Featuresgolden-yellow back, red crest (male), black and white striped head, spotted throat, woodpecker posture and bill
Description
The Spot-throated Flameback is a medium-sized woodpecker characterized by its striking golden-yellow back and a distinctive black-and-white striped head. It typically forages on tree trunks and branches in tropical forests, often seen alone or in pairs.
