Checker-throated Woodpecker
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    Checker-throated Woodpecker

    Chrysophlegma mentale

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    Least Concern

    The checker-throated woodpecker, checker-throated yellownape, or Javan yellownape is a species of bird in the family Picidae native to Southeast Asia.

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    Where to Find

    Top parks for Checker-throated Woodpecker. Sightings recorded in 21 safari areas total.

    ● Common (500+ sightings)● Occasional (50-499)● Rare (<50)
    Southeast Asia
    Hutan Simpanan Kekal Gunung LesongSouthern Peninsular Malaysia, Malaysia
    Rare
    Hutan Simpanan Kekal Labis TambahanSouthern Peninsular Malaysia, Malaysia
    Rare
    Hutan Simpanan Kekal Labis TengahSouthern Peninsular Malaysia, Malaysia
    Rare
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