Abyssinian Woodpecker vs Buff-rumped Woodpecker
Dendropicos abyssinicus compared with Meiglyptes grammithorax
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Abyssinian Woodpecker | Buff-rumped Woodpecker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dendropicos abyssinicus | Meiglyptes grammithorax |
| Order | Piciformes | Piciformes |
| Family | Picidae | Picidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 18.5 cm (7.3 in) | 19.2 cm (7.6 in) |
| Weight | 24.5 g (0.86 oz) | 40.5 g (1.43 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
Abyssinian Woodpecker only
Buff-rumped Woodpecker only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Abyssinian Woodpecker
Least Concern
Buff-rumped 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.