Abyssinian Woodpecker vs Stierling's Woodpecker
Dendropicos abyssinicus compared with Dendropicos stierlingi
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Abyssinian Woodpecker | Stierling's Woodpecker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dendropicos abyssinicus | Dendropicos stierlingi |
| Order | Piciformes | Piciformes |
| Family | Picidae | Picidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 18.5 cm (7.3 in) | 20.0 cm (7.9 in) |
| Weight | 24.5 g (0.86 oz) | 28.0 g (0.99 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Abyssinian Woodpecker
Near Threatened
Stierling's 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.