Abyssinian Woodpecker vs Scarlet-breasted Woodpecker
Dendropicos abyssinicus compared with Dryobates cathpharius
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Abyssinian Woodpecker | Scarlet-breasted Woodpecker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dendropicos abyssinicus | Dryobates cathpharius |
| Order | Piciformes | Piciformes |
| Family | Picidae | Picidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 18.5 cm (7.3 in) | 19.6 cm (7.7 in) |
| Weight | 24.5 g (0.86 oz) | 29.0 g (1.02 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 2-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
Abyssinian Woodpecker only
Scarlet-breasted Woodpecker only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Abyssinian Woodpecker
Least Concern
Scarlet-breasted 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.