Striped Woodpecker
Veniliornis lignarius
The Striped Woodpecker (Veniliornis lignarius) is a uncommon woodpecker found in 3 countries, weighing about 34 g. The striped woodpecker is a species of bird in subfamily Picinae of the woodpecker family Picidae.
About the Striped Woodpecker
The striped woodpecker is a species of bird in subfamily Picinae of the woodpecker family Picidae. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, and Chile.
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How to identify it
The striped woodpecker is 15 to 16 cm (5.9 to 6.3 in) long and weighs 35 to 39 g (1.2 to 1.4 oz). Males and females have the same plumage except on their heads. Adults of both sexes have a black forehead and crown, a blackish hindneck, and a generally white face with a blackish stripe back and down from the eye and a black malar stripe. Males have some streaks or spots on the crown and a red to orange-red nape. The female's nape is black where the male's is red and its crown usually is solid black. Voice: The striped woodpecker makes a loud "peek" and also a "trill as long-distance call".
Where it lives
When to see it
The Striped Woodpecker can be seen all year round, with peak activity in October. It is a resident species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- How do you identify a Striped Woodpecker?
- The striped woodpecker is 15 to 16 cm (5.9 to 6.3 in) long and weighs 35 to 39 g (1.2 to 1.4 oz). Full identification notes are on this page.
- How big is a Striped Woodpecker?
- The Striped Woodpecker is a small sized bird weighing about 34 g.
- Where can you see a Striped Woodpecker?
- The Striped Woodpecker occurs in 3 countries, including Chile, Argentina and Bolivia.
- What birds look similar to a Striped Woodpecker?
- The Striped Woodpecker is most easily confused with the Checkered Woodpecker, the Red-rumped Woodpecker and the White-spotted Woodpecker.
- Is the Striped Woodpecker endangered?
- The Striped Woodpecker is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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