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Yellow-bellied Sapsucker
Sphyrapicus varius
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Least Concern
Wingspan
25.0 cm
Weight
48.48333333333333 g
Family
Picidae
Order
Piciformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 25.0 cm | 9.8 in |
| Weight | 48.48333333333333 g | 1.71 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 12-13 days. Fledging: 25-29 days.
Clutch Size
4-7
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes (Woodpeckers & Toucans) |
| Family | Picidae (Woodpeckers) |
| Genus | Sphyrapicus |
| Species | Sphyrapicus varius |
Distribution
Yellow-bellied Sapsucker has been recorded in 3 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Yellow-bellied Sapsucker endangered?
The Yellow-bellied Sapsucker has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Yellow-bellied Sapsucker nest?
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 12-13 days. Fledging: 25-29 days.
How big is the Yellow-bellied Sapsucker?
The Yellow-bellied Sapsucker has a wingspan of 25.0 cm, weight of 48.48333333333333 g.
What order and family does the Yellow-bellied Sapsucker belong to?
The Yellow-bellied Sapsucker (Sphyrapicus varius) belongs to the order Piciformes and the family Picidae.
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