Abyssinian Woodpecker vs Rufous-necked Wryneck
Dendropicos abyssinicus compared with Jynx ruficollis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Abyssinian Woodpecker | Rufous-necked Wryneck |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dendropicos abyssinicus | Jynx ruficollis |
| Order | Piciformes | Piciformes |
| Family | Picidae | Picidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 18.5 cm (7.3 in) | 18.1 cm (7.1 in) |
| Weight | 24.5 g (0.86 oz) | 49.333333333333336 g (1.74 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 3-6 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Abyssinian Woodpecker
Least Concern
Rufous-necked Wryneck
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.