Abyssinian Woodpecker
Dendropicos abyssinicus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
18.5 cm
Weight
24.5 g
Family
Picidae
Order
Piciformes
About
The Abyssinian Woodpecker weighs about 25g and is endemic to Ethiopian and Eritrean highland forests. It excavates nest cavities and probes bark for wood-boring insects.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 18.5 cm | 7.3 in |
| Weight | 24.5 g | 0.86 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes (Woodpeckers & Toucans) |
| Family | Picidae (Woodpeckers) |
| Genus | Dendropicos |
| Species | Dendropicos abyssinicus |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Abyssinian Woodpecker endangered?
The Abyssinian Woodpecker has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Abyssinian Woodpecker nest?
Nest type: CV.
How big is the Abyssinian Woodpecker?
The Abyssinian Woodpecker has a wingspan of 18.5 cm, weight of 24.5 g.
What order and family does the Abyssinian Woodpecker belong to?
The Abyssinian Woodpecker (Dendropicos abyssinicus) belongs to the order Piciformes and the family Picidae.
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