Chestnut-colored Woodpecker

Celeus castaneus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Piciformes · Picidae

About

The chestnut-colored woodpecker is a species of bird in subfamily Picinae of the woodpecker family Picidae. It is found in Belize, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, and Panama.

Fun Fact

Both sexes' heads are dull ochraceous or tawny with a pointed crest.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Inhabits the interior and edges of humid evergreen and semi-deciduous forests but is also found in mangroves and coastal scrub in some areas.

Diet

Feeds on ants and termites but also eats smaller amounts of other insects and fruit.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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