Female © Jan Cubilla
Male © Héctor Moncada
Female © Rolando Chávez
Female © John Fitzpatrick
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Male © Trip Thienemann

Gestreepte helmspecht Dryocopus lineatus

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Identification

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Large ‘woody woodpecker’ of tropical forest in lowlands and foothills. Also ranges into semi-open areas with tall trees, mangroves, and other lightly wooded habitats. The tufted red crest and black face distinguish it from adult Pale-billed Woodpecker, which often occurs in the same areas. Also note that the white ‘braces’ on the back of Lineated are widely spaced, unlike Pale-billed. Laughing call suggests a flicker, and very unlike calls of Pale-billed.

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