Abyssinian Woodpecker vs Buff-necked Woodpecker
Dendropicos abyssinicus compared with Meiglyptes tukki
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Abyssinian Woodpecker | Buff-necked Woodpecker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dendropicos abyssinicus | Meiglyptes tukki |
| Order | Piciformes | Piciformes |
| Family | Picidae | Picidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 18.5 cm (7.3 in) | 19.4 cm (7.6 in) |
| Weight | 24.5 g (0.86 oz) | 53.5 g (1.89 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Abyssinian Woodpecker
Near Threatened
Buff-necked 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.