Knysna Woodpecker

Campethera notata

Conservation Status

Near Threatened

Aves · 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

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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