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Rufous Woodpecker
Micropternus brachyurus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
23.6 cm
Weight
84.5 g
Family
Picidae
Order
Piciformes
The Rufous Woodpecker (Micropternus brachyurus) is a bird species in the family Picidae (woodpeckers), within the order Piciformes (woodpeckers & toucans). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 23.6 cm and a weight of 84.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 23.6 cm | 9.3 in |
| Weight | 84.5 g | 2.98 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 12-14 days.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes (Woodpeckers & Toucans) |
| Family | Picidae (Woodpeckers) |
| Genus | Micropternus |
| Species | Micropternus brachyurus |
Distribution
Rufous Woodpecker has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Rufous Woodpecker endangered?
The Rufous Woodpecker has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Rufous Woodpecker nest?
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 12-14 days.
How big is the Rufous Woodpecker?
The Rufous Woodpecker has a wingspan of 23.6 cm, weight of 84.5 g.
What order and family does the Rufous Woodpecker belong to?
The Rufous Woodpecker (Micropternus brachyurus) belongs to the order Piciformes and the family Picidae.
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