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Yellow-browed Woodpecker
Piculus aurulentus
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
23.7 cm
Weight
63.0 g
Family
Picidae
Order
Piciformes
The Yellow-browed Woodpecker (Piculus aurulentus) is a bird species in the family Picidae (woodpeckers), within the order Piciformes (woodpeckers & toucans). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 23.7 cm and a weight of 63 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Near Threatened.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 23.7 cm | 9.3 in |
| Weight | 63.0 g | 2.22 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes (Woodpeckers & Toucans) |
| Family | Picidae (Woodpeckers) |
| Genus | Piculus |
| Species | Piculus aurulentus |
Distribution
Yellow-browed Woodpecker has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Yellow-browed Woodpecker endangered?
The Yellow-browed Woodpecker has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Yellow-browed Woodpecker nest?
Nest type: CV.
How big is the Yellow-browed Woodpecker?
The Yellow-browed Woodpecker has a wingspan of 23.7 cm, weight of 63.0 g.
What order and family does the Yellow-browed Woodpecker belong to?
The Yellow-browed Woodpecker (Piculus aurulentus) belongs to the order Piciformes and the family Picidae.
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