Knysna Woodpecker
Campethera notata
Near ThreatenedAves · Piciformes · Picidae
About
The Knysna woodpecker is a species of bird in the family Picidae. It is endemic to South Africa, where its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests, moist savanna, and subtropical or tropical moist shrubland. It is threatened by habitat loss. It belongs to a species complex that includes the golden-tailed and Mombasa woodpeckers.
Fun Fact
It belongs to a species complex that includes the golden-tailed and Mombasa woodpeckers.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Endemic to South Africa.
Diet
Feeds mainly on ants and ant larvae, as well as wood-boring beetles and termites, including their eggs and pupae.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Hunting and Collection
- Climate Change