Abyssinian Woodpecker vs Brown-backed Woodpecker
Dendropicos abyssinicus compared with Dendropicos obsoletus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Abyssinian Woodpecker | Brown-backed Woodpecker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dendropicos abyssinicus | Dendropicos obsoletus |
| Order | Piciformes | Piciformes |
| Family | Picidae | Picidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 18.5 cm (7.3 in) | 15.5 cm (6.1 in) |
| Weight | 24.5 g (0.86 oz) | 21.5 g (0.76 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Abyssinian Woodpecker
Least Concern
Brown-backed 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.