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Downy Woodpecker
Dryobates pubescens
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Least Concern
Wingspan
18.3 cm
Weight
26.033333333333335 g
Family
Picidae
Order
Piciformes
The Downy Woodpecker (Dryobates pubescens) is a bird species in the family Picidae (woodpeckers), within the order Piciformes (woodpeckers & toucans). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 18.3 cm and a weight of 26 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 18.3 cm | 7.2 in |
| Weight | 26.033333333333335 g | 0.92 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 12 days. Fledging: 20-23 days.
Clutch Size
3-7
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes (Woodpeckers & Toucans) |
| Family | Picidae (Woodpeckers) |
| Genus | Dryobates |
| Species | Dryobates pubescens |
Distribution
Downy Woodpecker has been recorded in 2 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Downy Woodpecker endangered?
The Downy Woodpecker has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Downy Woodpecker nest?
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 12 days. Fledging: 20-23 days.
How big is the Downy Woodpecker?
The Downy Woodpecker has a wingspan of 18.3 cm, weight of 26.033333333333335 g.
What order and family does the Downy Woodpecker belong to?
The Downy Woodpecker (Dryobates pubescens) belongs to the order Piciformes and the family Picidae.
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