White Woodpecker
NameWhite Woodpecker
Common NameWhite Woodpecker
Scientific NameMelanerpes candidus
FamilyPicidae
Wingspan (cm)42.5
Length (cm)26.5
Weight (g)114.5
Plumage DetailsAdults have a distinctive white head, neck, and underparts. The back, wings, and tail are black, with a noticeable white rump patch and white primary feathers visible during flight. They possess bright yellow irises and a dark bill. Males typically have a small yellow patch around the eye and on the nape, which is absent or less prominent in females.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a sharp, repeated 'kew-kew-kew' or 'kweek' call, often given while in flight. They also produce drumming sounds, though less frequently than some other woodpecker species.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, grassland, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThis species is native to South America, with its range extending across eastern and central Brazil, eastern Bolivia, Paraguay, Uruguay, and northeastern Argentina.
Identifying Featuresentirely white head and underparts, black back and wings, bright yellow eyes, dark bill, white rump patch (visible in flight)
Description
The White Woodpecker is a medium-sized woodpecker known for its striking black and white plumage and bright yellow eyes. It is often found in open woodlands, savannas, and cultivated areas, where it forages for a variety of food items.
