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Yellow-tufted Woodpecker
Melanerpes cruentatus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
22.8 cm
Weight
57.0 g
Family
Picidae
Order
Piciformes
The Yellow-tufted Woodpecker (Melanerpes cruentatus) is a bird species in the family Picidae (woodpeckers), within the order Piciformes (woodpeckers & toucans). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 22.8 cm and a weight of 57 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 22.8 cm | 9.0 in |
| Weight | 57.0 g | 2.01 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV. Fledging: 30 days.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes (Woodpeckers & Toucans) |
| Family | Picidae (Woodpeckers) |
| Genus | Melanerpes |
| Species | Melanerpes cruentatus |
Distribution
Yellow-tufted Woodpecker has been recorded in 4 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Yellow-tufted Woodpecker endangered?
The Yellow-tufted Woodpecker has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Yellow-tufted Woodpecker nest?
Nest type: CV. Fledging: 30 days.
How big is the Yellow-tufted Woodpecker?
The Yellow-tufted Woodpecker has a wingspan of 22.8 cm, weight of 57.0 g.
What order and family does the Yellow-tufted Woodpecker belong to?
The Yellow-tufted Woodpecker (Melanerpes cruentatus) belongs to the order Piciformes and the family Picidae.
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