Hoffmann’s Woodpecker
The Hoffmann’s Woodpecker (Melanerpes hoffmannii) is a small to medium-sized woodpecker commonly found in Costa Rica.
It is well known for the rhythmic drumming sound it produces when pecking on tree trunks.
It also excavates cavities in trees, which it later uses for nesting.
Characteristics
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- Its back is black and white barred, while the underparts are light beige or cream-colored.
- Males have a bright red patch on the crown, while females lack this red marking.
- It has a strong, pointed beak, perfectly adapted for pecking wood
- The species is commonly found in coffee plantations with shade trees
This species feeds mainly on:
insects and larvae found in tree bark
fruits
seeds
occasionally nectar.