The Lesser Spotted Woodpecker (Dendrocopos minor) is a small bird belonging to the woodpecker family. It is around 14cm in length and weighs approximately 20g. Its wingspan ranges from 24 to 29 cm. The bird has black and white stripes on its head, black wings with white dots, a white belly, and a red patch on the lower belly in males. The female, on the other hand, has no red patch and is slightly smaller in size than the male.
The Lesser Spotted Woodpecker is mainly found in deciduous forests, parks, gardens, and orchards. It is distributed throughout Europe, from Spain to the Urals, and from Scandinavia to the Mediterranean. In winter, it also moves to gardens and parks with large trees to forage for food.
The bird's song is a series of rapid, high-pitched trills that last for around two seconds, followed by a pause of several seconds. The song is usually heard during the breeding season, which is from April to June. The bird drums on trees as part of its courtship and territorial behavior.
Overall, the Lesser Spotted Woodpecker is a shy and elusive bird that is difficult to spot in the wild. Its small size, distinctive markings, and unique song make it a fascinating bird to observe for bird watchers and nature enthusiasts alike.

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