White-backed Woodpecker
Dendrocopos leucotos
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<birdfyi-bird slug="dendrocopos-leucotos"></birdfyi-bird>The White-backed Woodpecker (Dendrocopos leucotos) is a bird species in the family Picidae (woodpeckers), within the order Piciformes (woodpeckers & toucans). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 28.6 cm and a weight of 116.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 28.6 cm | 11.3 in |
| Weight | 116.55 g | 4.11 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 14-16 days. Fledging: 27-28 days.
Clutch Size
3-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes (Woodpeckers & Toucans) |
| Family | Picidae (Woodpeckers) |
| Genus | Dendrocopos |
| Species | Dendrocopos leucotos |
Distribution
White-backed Woodpecker has been recorded in 3 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Picidae family