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Southern Sooty Woodpecker
Mulleripicus fuliginosus
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Vulnerable
Wingspan
30.5 cm
Weight
164.0 g
Family
Picidae
Order
Piciformes
The Southern Sooty Woodpecker (Mulleripicus fuliginosus) is a bird species in the family Picidae (woodpeckers), within the order Piciformes (woodpeckers & toucans). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 30.5 cm and a weight of 164 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Vulnerable.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 30.5 cm | 12.0 in |
| Weight | 164.0 g | 5.78 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes (Woodpeckers & Toucans) |
| Family | Picidae (Woodpeckers) |
| Genus | Mulleripicus |
| Species | Mulleripicus fuliginosus |
Distribution
Southern Sooty Woodpecker has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Southern Sooty Woodpecker endangered?
The Southern Sooty Woodpecker has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How big is the Southern Sooty Woodpecker?
The Southern Sooty Woodpecker has a wingspan of 30.5 cm, weight of 164.0 g.
What order and family does the Southern Sooty Woodpecker belong to?
The Southern Sooty Woodpecker (Mulleripicus fuliginosus) belongs to the order Piciformes and the family Picidae.
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