Cinnamon Woodpecker vs Chestnut-coloured Woodpecker

The Cinnamon Woodpecker and Chestnut-colored Woodpecker are similar in size and structure but differ in plumage and habitat preference. The Cinnamon Woodpecker has a cinnamon rufous upper body with fine black bars, while the Chestnut-colored Woodpecker has darker chestnut underparts. Habitat preference also helps distinguish them, as Cinnamon Woodpeckers prefer higher elevations and dense forest canopies.

Look for the Cinnamon Woodpecker's cinnamon rufous upperparts and red moustache in males. Note the habitat: Cinnamon Woodpecker is found in higher elevation forests, while Chestnut-colored Woodpecker is more common in secondary growth. Listen for their distinct calls to aid identification.

Both species are similar in size, typical of medium-sized woodpeckers.

Cinnamon Woodpecker is cinnamon rufous above with fine black bars and white below with sharp black chevrons. Males have a red moustache and a brighter yellow bill. Chestnut-colored Woodpecker has a paler rufous crest and dark chestnut underparts with black chevrons.

Both species forage on ants and termites, but Cinnamon Woodpeckers are more likely to be found in the canopy, while Chestnut-colored Woodpeckers may be seen in secondary woodlands and clearings.

Cinnamon Woodpecker prefers the canopy of tall forests and higher elevations, while Chestnut-colored Woodpecker is more common in secondary woodland and at the edge of clearings.

Cinnamon Woodpecker's call is a unique ringing 'peee-peee-pew-pu,' while the Chestnut-colored Woodpecker's call is described as 'peew-ekk-ekk.'