Abyssinian Woodpecker vs Northern Sooty Woodpecker
Dendropicos abyssinicus compared with Mulleripicus funebris
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Abyssinian Woodpecker | Northern Sooty Woodpecker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dendropicos abyssinicus | Mulleripicus funebris |
| Order | Piciformes | Piciformes |
| Family | Picidae | Picidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 18.5 cm (7.3 in) | 32.2 cm (12.7 in) |
| Weight | 24.5 g (0.86 oz) | 161.0 g (5.68 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Abyssinian Woodpecker
Near Threatened
Northern Sooty 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.