Lesser Yellow-nape

Picus chlorolophus

Order:

Piciformes

Family:

Picidae

Size:

22 to 24 centimeters (8.7 to 9.4 inches)

Weight:

60 to 90 grams (2.1 to 3.2 ounces)

Taxonomy:

(Vigors, 1831)

Short Description:

Lesser Yellow-naped Woodpecker (Picus chlorolophus) is a striking bird species characterized by its vibrant plumage and distinctive features. It possesses a bright yellow nape patch that contrasts sharply with its predominantly green upperparts and wings. Its underparts are a lighter shade of green, while its face displays a pattern of black and white stripes, with a red crown distinguishing males during the breeding season. This woodpecker species also showcases a robust bill, adapted for drumming on tree trunks and probing for insects within the bark.

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Lesser Yellow-naped Woodpecker is primarily found in forested and wooded habitats across Pakistan. It inhabits various regions, including the northern and northwestern parts of the country, where suitable habitats such as deciduous and coniferous forests, as well as wooded river valleys, provide ample opportunities for foraging and nesting. Although its distribution may vary within Pakistan, it is generally present in areas with suitable tree cover and insect abundance.

Lesser Yellow-naped Woodpecker exhibits fascinating behavior intricately linked to its foraging, breeding, and communication strategies. As a primarily insectivorous species, it employs its robust bill to peck and drill into tree bark in search of prey such as insects, larvae, and their eggs. It demonstrates remarkable agility while foraging, utilizing its strong claws and tail for support as it moves along tree trunks and branches. During the breeding season, which typically occurs from March to June, pairs engage in courtship displays involving vocalizations and drumming, often selecting suitable nesting cavities within tree hollows or snags. Vocal communication plays a crucial role in the social dynamics of Lesser Yellow-naped Woodpeckers, serving to establish territories, coordinate breeding activities, and signal alarm in response to potential threats.