Abyssinian Woodpecker vs Plain-breasted Piculet
Dendropicos abyssinicus compared with Picumnus castelnau
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Abyssinian Woodpecker | Plain-breasted Piculet |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dendropicos abyssinicus | Picumnus castelnau |
| Order | Piciformes | Piciformes |
| Family | Picidae | Picidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 18.5 cm (7.3 in) | 10.2 cm (4.0 in) |
| Weight | 24.5 g (0.86 oz) | 11.466666666666667 g (0.40 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Abyssinian Woodpecker
Least Concern
Plain-breasted Piculet
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.