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White-throated Woodpecker
Piculus leucolaemus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
23.9 cm
Weight
69.0 g
Family
Picidae
Order
Piciformes
The White-throated Woodpecker (Piculus leucolaemus) is a bird species in the family Picidae (woodpeckers), within the order Piciformes (woodpeckers & toucans). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 23.9 cm and a weight of 69 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 23.9 cm | 9.4 in |
| Weight | 69.0 g | 2.43 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes (Woodpeckers & Toucans) |
| Family | Picidae (Woodpeckers) |
| Genus | Piculus |
| Species | Piculus leucolaemus |
Distribution
White-throated Woodpecker has been recorded in 3 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the White-throated Woodpecker endangered?
The White-throated Woodpecker has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the White-throated Woodpecker?
The White-throated Woodpecker has a wingspan of 23.9 cm, weight of 69.0 g.
What order and family does the White-throated Woodpecker belong to?
The White-throated Woodpecker (Piculus leucolaemus) belongs to the order Piciformes and the family Picidae.
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American Three-Toed Woodpecker
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Antillean Piculet
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Arabian Woodpecker
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Arizona Woodpecker
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