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Yellow-vented Woodpecker
Veniliornis dignus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
19.3 cm
Weight
40.5 g
Family
Picidae
Order
Piciformes
The Yellow-vented Woodpecker (Veniliornis dignus) is a bird species in the family Picidae (woodpeckers), within the order Piciformes (woodpeckers & toucans). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 19.3 cm and a weight of 40.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 19.3 cm | 7.6 in |
| Weight | 40.5 g | 1.43 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 | Veniliornis |
| Species | Veniliornis dignus |
Distribution
Yellow-vented Woodpecker has been recorded in 2 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Yellow-vented Woodpecker endangered?
The Yellow-vented Woodpecker has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Yellow-vented Woodpecker?
The Yellow-vented Woodpecker has a wingspan of 19.3 cm, weight of 40.5 g.
What order and family does the Yellow-vented Woodpecker belong to?
The Yellow-vented Woodpecker (Veniliornis dignus) belongs to the order Piciformes and the family Picidae.
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