Eurasian Wryneck vs Beautiful Woodpecker
Jynx torquilla compared with Melanerpes pulcher
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Eurasian Wryneck | Beautiful Woodpecker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Jynx torquilla | Melanerpes pulcher |
| Order | Piciformes | Piciformes |
| Family | Picidae | Picidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 17.5 cm (6.9 in) | 21.5 cm (8.5 in) |
| Weight | 38.0 g (1.34 oz) | 50.0 g (1.76 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 7-12 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Eurasian Wryneck only
Beautiful Woodpecker only
None
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Eurasian Wryneck
Least Concern
Beautiful Woodpecker
About These Birds
Beautiful Woodpecker
The Beautiful Woodpecker is an attractively patterned woodpecker endemic to the forests and woodland edges of northwestern Colombia. Males have bold black-and-white barring on the back, a red cap, and yellow wash on the underparts. It forages on tree trunks and branches for insects, larvae, and fruits.