Arabian Woodpecker

Arabian Woodpecker

Dendropicos dorae

Near Threatened
Wingspan
21.9 cm
Weight
26.833333333333332 g
Family
Picidae
Order
Piciformes

About

The Arabian Woodpecker is a near-threatened woodpecker from montane forests of the Arabian Peninsula, weighing about 27 grams with a wingspan near 22 cm. It is the only woodpecker native to the Arabian Peninsula, excavating nest cavities and foraging for insects in the bark of trees in highland woodlands. Habitat loss in its restricted montane forest range poses ongoing threats.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 21.9 cm 8.6 in
Weight 26.833333333333332 g 0.95 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Near Threatened
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Nest type: CV. Incubation: 11 days. Fledging: 22 days.

Clutch Size

3

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Piciformes (Woodpeckers & Toucans)
Family Picidae (Woodpeckers)
Genus Dendropicos
Species Dendropicos dorae

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Arabian Woodpecker endangered?
The Arabian Woodpecker has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Arabian Woodpecker nest?
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 11 days. Fledging: 22 days.
How big is the Arabian Woodpecker?
The Arabian Woodpecker has a wingspan of 21.9 cm, weight of 26.833333333333332 g.
What order and family does the Arabian Woodpecker belong to?
The Arabian Woodpecker (Dendropicos dorae) belongs to the order Piciformes and the family Picidae.

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