description Black-headed Woodpecker Overview
The Black-headed Woodpecker is a resident Southeast Asian woodpecker in the genus Picus. The male has an entirely black head with a bright yellow patch on the nape, while the body shows olive and greenish tones that contrast with the head pattern. It inhabits forested environments and is suited to bird references covering the woodpecker diversity of tropical and subtropical Asia.
help Black-headed Woodpecker FAQ
How can I identify a male Black-headed Woodpecker?
The male has an entirely black head with a bright yellow patch on the nape. Its body is olive and greenish, creating a strong contrast with the head.
Where does the Black-headed Woodpecker live?
It is a resident woodpecker of Southeast Asia. It uses forested environments where it can climb trunks and branches while searching for food.
Does the Black-headed Woodpecker migrate?
It is described as resident, so it generally remains in its Southeast Asian range instead of making a regular long-distance migration.
What does the Black-headed Woodpecker eat?
It searches bark, trunks, and branches for insects and other small invertebrates. Its pointed bill and climbing feet are adapted to this surface-foraging lifestyle.
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