Crimson-crested Woodpecker
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    Crimson-crested Woodpecker

    Campephilus melanoleucos

    Iconic Birds
    Least Concern

    The crimson-crested woodpecker is a species of bird in subfamily Picinae of the woodpecker family Picidae. It is found in Panama, Trinidad, and in every mainland South American country except Chile and Uruguay.

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    Where to Find

    Top parks for Crimson-crested Woodpecker. Sightings recorded in 62 safari areas total.

    ● Common (500+ sightings)● Occasional (50-499)● Rare (<50)
    Central & South America
    Estación Biológica Jatun Sacha y Reserva Selva VivaNorthern Amazon Basin, Ecuador
    Rare
    Parque Nacional Cavernas do PeruaçuCentral Cerrado & Highlands, Brazil
    Rare
    Parque Nacional Natural Sierra de la MacarenaAmazonía & Guiana Shield, Colombia
    Rare
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