description Ochre-collared Piculet Overview
The ochre-collared piculet is a small woodpecker in the genus Picumnus, with the scientific name Picumnus temminckii. It occurs in parts of southeastern Brazil, eastern Paraguay, and northeastern Argentina, where it uses lowland forest, thickets, secondary growth, and other dense vegetation. Its name refers to the cinnamon-buff collar on the hindneck, and its diet includes ants and insect larvae found while foraging on small branches.
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What is the scientific name of the ochre-collared piculet?
Its scientific name is Picumnus temminckii. It is a small woodpecker in the genus Picumnus.
Where does the ochre-collared piculet live?
It occurs in southeastern Brazil, eastern Paraguay, and northeastern Argentina. Its habitats include lowland forest, thickets, and secondary growth.
Is the ochre-collared piculet a type of woodpecker?
Yes. It belongs to the woodpecker family and is classified in the Picumnus genus, whose members are small piculets.
What habitats does the ochre-collared piculet use?
The species uses dense habitats such as lowland forest, thickets, and areas of secondary growth. These environments provide cover and surfaces where a small woodpecker can forage.
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