Golden-naped Woodpecker
Melanerpes chrysauchen
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<birdfyi-bird slug="melanerpes-chrysauchen"></birdfyi-bird>The Golden-naped Woodpecker (Melanerpes chrysauchen) is a bird species in the family Picidae (woodpeckers), within the order Piciformes (woodpeckers & toucans). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 22 cm and a weight of 55.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 22.0 cm | 8.7 in |
| Weight | 55.175 g | 1.95 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 12 days. Fledging: 33-34 days.
Clutch Size
3-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes (Woodpeckers & Toucans) |
| Family | Picidae (Woodpeckers) |
| Genus | Melanerpes |
| Species | Melanerpes chrysauchen |
Distribution
Golden-naped Woodpecker has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Picidae family