Buff-spotted flameback explained

The buff-spotted flameback (Chrysocolaptes lucidus) is a species of bird in the family Picidae. It is found on the Philippine islands of Bohol, Leyte, Samar, Biliran, Panaon, Mindanao, Basilan, and Samal. It is sometimes considered a subspecies of the greater flameback.

Buff-spotted flamebacks, like other woodpeckers, drum—meaning rapidly tap their beak against objects such as dead trees—to attract mates. This species has one of the longest drums, averaging about 51 beats per drum.[1]

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  1. Schuppe . Eric R. . Rutter . Amy R. . Roberts . Thomas J. . Fuxjager . Matthew J. . 2021-07-26 . Evolutionary and Biomechanical Basis of Drumming Behavior in Woodpeckers . Frontiers in Ecology and Evolution . 9 . 10.3389/fevo.2021.649146 . 2296-701X . free .