Spotted Woodcreeper

The Spotted Woodcreeper is a widespread resident in Ecuador, occurring from lowland forests to montane slopes up to about 2,500 m, favoring humid forest interiors and edges. It is fairly common in suitable habitat, often seen climbing trunks and large branches in search of insects and other arthropods, sometimes joining mixed-species flocks. The species is currently assessed as Least Concern by the IUCN, though ongoing deforestation may cause localized declines. Its distinctive spotted plumage and strong, probing bill make it a characteristic member of Ecuador’s forest bird community.