Zebra Woodpecker
Meiglyptes tristis
The Zebra Woodpecker (Meiglyptes tristis) is a rare woodpecker found in 6 countries, weighing about 32 g. The zebra woodpecker is a species of bird in the family Picidae.
About the Zebra Woodpecker
The zebra woodpecker is a species of bird in the family Picidae. It is found in Java. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry forests and subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. It is considered endangered.
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Where it lives
When to see it
Best months: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, with peak activity in July. It is a variable species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Zebra Woodpecker look like?
- The zebra woodpecker is a species of bird in the family Picidae.
- How big is a Zebra Woodpecker?
- The Zebra Woodpecker is a small sized bird weighing about 32 g.
- Where can you see a Zebra Woodpecker?
- The Zebra Woodpecker occurs in 6 countries, including Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Brunei and Singapore.
- What birds look similar to a Zebra Woodpecker?
- The Zebra Woodpecker is most easily confused with the Buff-necked Woodpecker and the Black-and-buff Woodpecker.
- Is the Zebra Woodpecker endangered?
- The Zebra Woodpecker is listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
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