Abyssinian Woodpecker vs Black Woodpecker
Dendropicos abyssinicus compared with Dryocopus martius
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Abyssinian Woodpecker | Black Woodpecker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dendropicos abyssinicus | Dryocopus martius |
| Order | Piciformes | Piciformes |
| Family | Picidae | Picidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 18.5 cm (7.3 in) | 47.6 cm (18.7 in) |
| Weight | 24.5 g (0.86 oz) | 310.0 g (10.93 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 2-6 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Abyssinian Woodpecker
Least Concern
Black 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.