Crimson-backed Flameback

Chrysocolaptes stricklandi

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