Crimson-backed Flameback

Chrysocolaptes stricklandi

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Piciformes · Picidae

About

The crimson-backed flameback or greater Sri Lanka flameback is a species of bird in the woodpecker family Picidae that is endemic to Sri Lanka.

Fun Fact

The crimson-backed flameback and the greater flameback (Chrysocolaptes guttacristatus) were both formerly considered as subspecies of the buff-spotted flameback (Chrysocolaptes lucidus).

Quick Facts

Habitat

Endemic to Sri Lanka.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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