Abyssinian Woodpecker vs Acorn Woodpecker
Dendropicos abyssinicus compared with Melanerpes formicivorus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Abyssinian Woodpecker | Acorn Woodpecker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dendropicos abyssinicus | Melanerpes formicivorus |
| Order | Piciformes | Piciformes |
| Family | Picidae | Picidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 18.5 cm (7.3 in) | 28.0 cm (11.0 in) |
| Weight | 24.5 g (0.86 oz) | 78.5 g (2.77 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 4-6 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Abyssinian Woodpecker only
None
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Abyssinian Woodpecker
Least Concern
Acorn 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.
Acorn Woodpecker
The Acorn Woodpecker is a highly social woodpecker weighing about 79g of western North American oak woodland. It stores thousands of acorns in specially drilled 'granary trees' shared by the group.