Lesser Yellownape
Picus chlorolophus
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassAves (Birds)
- OrderPiciformes (Woodpeckers and Allies)
- FamilyPicidae (Woodpeckers)
- GenusPicus (Green Woodpeckers and Allies)
- SpeciesPicus chlorolophus (Lesser Yellownape)
About the Lesser Yellownape
The lesser yellownape (Picus chlorolophus) is a type of woodpecker which is a widespread and often common breeder in tropical and sub-tropical Asia, primarily the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. It ranges from India, Bhutan, Nepal, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka eastwards to Thailand, Burma, Cambodia, Laos, Indonesia, Malaysia and Vietnam. Much of the scientific knowledge gathered about this species is sourced from formal studies in various parts of India.
This is a jungle species which nests in a tree cavity, laying two to four white eggs. Like other woodpecking birds, this species has a straight pointed bill, a stiff tail to provide support against tree trunks, and zygodactyl or "yoked" feet, with two toes pointing forward, and two backward. The long tongue can be darted forward to capture insects.
The lesser yellownape is a largish species at 27 cm in length. It has a typical woodpecker shape. The upperparts are green apart from the bright yellow tufted nape. The neck and breast are green and the belly is whitish, finely barred with green. The rump and tail are blackish.
The adult male lesser yellownape has a green head with a white throat. He has... Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of Lesser Yellownape in Chitwan National Park
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Global Distribution
Warmer areas are where this animal is recorded most often.
Parks Where Found
Quick answers
What are the chances of seeing a Lesser Yellownape in Chitwan National Park?
About 10% of wildlife watchers report a Lesser Yellownape sighting in Chitwan National Park, based on 239 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data.
When is the best time to see Lesser Yellownape in Chitwan National Park?
February has the highest sighting rate for Lesser Yellownape in Chitwan National Park in our monthly data.