Arizona Woodpecker vs Acorn Woodpecker
Leuconotopicus arizonae compared with Melanerpes formicivorus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Arizona Woodpecker | Acorn Woodpecker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Leuconotopicus arizonae | Melanerpes formicivorus |
| Order | Piciformes | Piciformes |
| Family | Picidae | Picidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 22.6 cm (8.9 in) | 28.0 cm (11.0 in) |
| Weight | 54.28333333333333 g (1.91 oz) | 78.5 g (2.77 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-5 | 4-6 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Arizona Woodpecker
Least Concern
Acorn Woodpecker
About These Birds
Arizona Woodpecker
The Arizona Woodpecker is found in oak and pine-oak forests of the southwestern United States and Mexico. It is a medium-sized woodpecker weighing around 54g with a wingspan of about 22.6cm, notable for its brown-and-white spotted plumage. It forages on tree bark for insects and larvae.
Acorn Woodpecker
The Acorn Woodpecker is a highly social woodpecker weighing about 79g of western North American oak woodland. It stores thousands of acorns in specially drilled 'granary trees' shared by the group.