The yellow-tufted woodpecker has distinguishable yellow streak of feathers on the back of its head.

It is an omnivore and feeds on insects, nectar and fruits. Its body is designed to suit wood pecking. It has a resilient sharp bill, which acts as a "drill". Besides, its barbed tongue enables it to eat the insects found in the trees. Its strong claws hold on to the trunks tightly and the tail feathers provide sufficient support for the woodpecker to stay secured on the trees. Its special neck muscles absorb the shock produced during the drilling.

birds          Black Skimmer           Great Egret           Harpy Eagle

Macaw           Yellow-tufted Woodpecker

fish          piranha

insects          Leaf Cutter Ant

mammals          Brazilian Tapir           Collared Peccary           Giant Anteater           Giant Otter

Howler Monkey           Owl Monkey           Jaguar           Pink Dolphin

reptiles          Anaconda Snake           Tree Boa           Black Caiman

rodents          Brown Agouti           Capybara