Arabian Woodpecker vs Acorn Woodpecker
Dendropicos dorae compared with Melanerpes formicivorus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Arabian Woodpecker | Acorn Woodpecker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dendropicos dorae | Melanerpes formicivorus |
| Order | Piciformes | Piciformes |
| Family | Picidae | Picidae |
| Conservation Status | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 21.9 cm (8.6 in) | 28.0 cm (11.0 in) |
| Weight | 26.833333333333332 g (0.95 oz) | 78.5 g (2.77 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3 | 4-6 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
Arabian Woodpecker
Least Concern
Acorn Woodpecker
About These Birds
Arabian Woodpecker
The Arabian Woodpecker is a near-threatened woodpecker from montane forests of the Arabian Peninsula, weighing about 27 grams with a wingspan near 22 cm. It is the only woodpecker native to the Arabian Peninsula, excavating nest cavities and foraging for insects in the bark of trees in highland woodlands. Habitat loss in its restricted montane forest range poses ongoing threats.
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.