Spotted Piculet
A species of American and Speckled Piculets Scientific name : Picumnus pygmaeus Genus : American and Speckled Piculets
Spotted Piculet, A species of American and Speckled Piculets
Botanical name: Picumnus pygmaeus
Genus: American and Speckled Piculets
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Description
The spotted piculet (Picumnus pygmaeus) is a species of bird in the family Picidae. It is endemic to north-eastern Brazil. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical dry forests.
Size
10 cm
Nest Placement
Cavity
Feeding Habits
Due to lack of information on spotted Piculet's diet, specific feeding habits, dietary preferences and unique adaptations cannot be provided.
Habitat
The spotted Piculet is typically found in dry and open woodlands, where it thrives amidst a landscape dotted with dense shrubs. These environments often represent ecosystems such as the tropical wooded caatinga, characterized by their arid conditions and sparse vegetation, where the spotted Piculet favors areas that offer both feeding opportunities and nesting sites.
Dite type
Insectivorous
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Feeding Habits
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Photo By Lars Petersson