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Black Woodpecker
Dryocopus martius
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Least Concern
Wingspan
47.6 cm
Weight
310.0 g
Family
Picidae
Order
Piciformes
The Black Woodpecker (Dryocopus martius) is a bird species in the family Picidae (woodpeckers), within the order Piciformes (woodpeckers & toucans). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 47.6 cm and a weight of 310 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 47.6 cm | 18.7 in |
| Weight | 310.0 g | 10.93 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 12-14 days. Fledging: 24-31 days.
Clutch Size
2-6
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes (Woodpeckers & Toucans) |
| Family | Picidae (Woodpeckers) |
| Genus | Dryocopus |
| Species | Dryocopus martius |
Distribution
Black Woodpecker has been recorded in 8 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Black Woodpecker endangered?
The Black Woodpecker has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Black Woodpecker nest?
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 12-14 days. Fledging: 24-31 days.
How big is the Black Woodpecker?
The Black Woodpecker has a wingspan of 47.6 cm, weight of 310.0 g.
What order and family does the Black Woodpecker belong to?
The Black Woodpecker (Dryocopus martius) belongs to the order Piciformes and the family Picidae.
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