Olive-backed Woodpecker vs Abyssinian Woodpecker
Chloropicoides rafflesii compared with Dendropicos abyssinicus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Olive-backed Woodpecker | Abyssinian Woodpecker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Chloropicoides rafflesii | Dendropicos abyssinicus |
| Order | Piciformes | Piciformes |
| Family | Picidae | Picidae |
| Conservation Status | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 18.5 cm (7.3 in) |
| Weight | 97.5 g (3.44 oz) | 24.5 g (0.86 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
Olive-backed Woodpecker only
Abyssinian Woodpecker only
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
Olive-backed Woodpecker
Least Concern
Abyssinian Woodpecker
About These Birds
Abyssinian Woodpecker
The Abyssinian Woodpecker weighs about 25g and is endemic to Ethiopian and Eritrean highland forests. It excavates nest cavities and probes bark for wood-boring insects.