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Crimson-winged Woodpecker (Picus puniceus)

Crimson-winged Woodpecker

Picus puniceus

Least Concern

Overview

The crimson-winged woodpecker (Picus puniceus) is a species of bird in the woodpecker family. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.

Identification

  • A bright and colourful bird that is hard to misidentify.
  • Grows up to 25 cm long.

Habitat

Found in Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore, and Thailand. Its natural habitat consists of subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.

Diet

The diet is mainly insects and larvae.

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