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Eurasian Green Woodpecker

Picus viridis

Least Concern
Wingspan
33.1 cm
Weight
194.0 g
Family
Picidae
Order
Piciformes

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 33.1 cm 13.0 in
Weight 194.0 g 6.84 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Nest type: CV. Incubation: 14-17 days. Fledging: 23-27 days.

Clutch Size

5-8

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Piciformes (Woodpeckers & Toucans)
Family Picidae (Woodpeckers)
Genus Picus
Species Picus viridis

Distribution

Eurasian Green Woodpecker has been recorded in 5 countries.

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Present Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Eurasian Green Woodpecker endangered?
The Eurasian Green Woodpecker has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Eurasian Green Woodpecker nest?
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 14-17 days. Fledging: 23-27 days.
How big is the Eurasian Green Woodpecker?
The Eurasian Green Woodpecker has a wingspan of 33.1 cm, weight of 194.0 g.
What order and family does the Eurasian Green Woodpecker belong to?
The Eurasian Green Woodpecker (Picus viridis) belongs to the order Piciformes and the family Picidae.

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