Helmeted Woodpecker
Celeus galeatus
VulnerableAves · Piciformes · Picidae
About
The helmeted woodpecker is a Vulnerable species of bird in subfamily Picinae of the woodpecker family Picidae. It is found in Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay.
Fun Fact
Coenraad Jacob Temminck described the helmeted woodpecker in 1822.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in large tracts of Atlantic Forest, both semi-deciduous and mixed deciduous-coniferous.
Diet
Eating insect larvae and less frequently ants and berries.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Degradation
- Overexploitation
- Invasive Species
- Climate Change