piculet (Meaning)
piculet (n)
small woodpeckers of South America and Africa and East Indies having soft rounded tail feathers
piculet (n.)
Any species of very small woodpeckers of the genus Picumnus and allied genera. Their tail feathers are not stiff and sharp at the tips, as in ordinary woodpeckers.
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piculet Sentence Examples
- The tiny piculet, a diminutive woodpecker, scurries along tree trunks in search of insects.
- The piculet's unique beak shape allows it to extract grubs from narrow crevices in bark.
- With its sharp claws and rigid tail feathers, the piculet clings to vertical surfaces with ease.
- The male piculet's distinctive drumming call echoes through the forest, signaling its territory.
- The female piculet incubates her eggs in a cavity she excavates in a tree.
- Piculets are solitary birds, but may occasionally be seen in small family groups.
- The piculet's cryptic plumage helps it blend in with its surroundings and avoid predators.
- The saliva of piculets contains a sticky substance that helps seal their nest entrances.
- Piculets play a crucial role in forest ecosystems by controlling insect populations.
- The diminutive size and agile nature of piculets make them fascinating subjects for birdwatchers.
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The tiny piculet, a diminutive woodpecker, scurries along tree trunks in search of insects.
The piculet's unique beak shape allows it to extract grubs from narrow crevices in bark.
With its sharp claws and rigid tail feathers, the piculet clings to vertical surfaces with ease.
The male piculet's distinctive drumming call echoes through the forest, signaling its territory.
