description Ringed Woodpecker Overview
The Ringed Woodpecker is a medium-sized bird species inhabiting the humid tropical forests of northern South America, particularly within the Amazon Basin. It features a distinctive plumage pattern, including a prominent dark breast band that contrasts sharply with its chestnut body, giving the appearance of a ring around its neck. The species also possesses a pale yellowish crest, a characteristic feature of its genus. It typically forages on bamboo and decaying trees, feeding primarily on ants and termites.
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Why is it called the Ringed Woodpecker?
The name refers to the strong dark band across the lower throat, breast, and upper mantle of the nominate form. Its chestnut-brown back and pale cinnamon head create a sharp contrast with that band.
What is the scientific name of the Ringed Woodpecker?
Its scientific name is Celeus torquatus. Some taxonomic treatments split related populations into additional species, including the Amazonian Black-breasted Woodpecker.
Where does the Ringed Woodpecker occur?
It is found across much of mainland South America, including the Amazon Basin, but not in Argentina, Chile, Paraguay, or Uruguay. It inhabits humid tropical forest and forest edges.
How large is the Ringed Woodpecker?
It is about 26 centimeters long. Reported weights are roughly 107 to 122 grams for two commonly discussed forms, although measurements vary by subspecies.
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