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Kaempfer's Woodpecker

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Kaempfer's Woodpecker (Celeus obrieni) is an endemic bird species of Brazil that was historically known only from a single specimen collected in 1926. For decades, the species remained a mystery to ornithologists until it was definitively rediscovered in 2006. It is closely associated with dense bamboo thickets within the cerrado ecosystem of central Brazil. Due to its restricted range and the ongoing clearing of its specialized habitat, the species is classified as endangered.

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Why is Kaempfer's Woodpecker famous among bird researchers?

For decades it was known from only one specimen collected in 1926. The species was definitively rediscovered in Brazil in 2006, ending a long period of uncertainty.

Where does Kaempfer's Woodpecker live?

It is endemic to Brazil and is associated with seasonally dry forests and woodland habitats. Its restricted range makes habitat loss a major conservation concern.

What is the scientific name of Kaempfer's Woodpecker?

Its scientific name is Celeus obrieni. The species belongs to the genus Celeus, which includes several woodpeckers with distinctive crests and warm brown plumage.

What makes Kaempfer's Woodpecker difficult to study?

Its range is limited and its habitat is not easy to survey, so records are uncommon. The 2006 rediscovery showed that a species can remain poorly known even in a country with extensive bird research.

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