Andaman Woodpecker
Dryocopus hodgei
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<birdfyi-bird slug="dryocopus-hodgei"></birdfyi-bird>The Andaman Woodpecker (Dryocopus hodgei) is a bird species in the family Picidae (woodpeckers), within the order Piciformes (woodpeckers & toucans). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 36.8 cm and a weight of 190.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Vulnerable.
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The Andaman Woodpecker is a vulnerable large woodpecker with a 36.8 cm wingspan, weighing 190.5 grams, endemic to the Andaman Islands. It excavates nest cavities in large trees within primary forest. Deforestation of the islands poses a significant threat to its survival.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 36.8 cm | 14.5 in |
| Weight | 190.5 g | 6.72 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 14 days. Fledging: 26 days.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes (Woodpeckers & Toucans) |
| Family | Picidae (Woodpeckers) |
| Genus | Dryocopus |
| Species | Dryocopus hodgei |
Distribution
Andaman Woodpecker has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Picidae family