Abyssinian Woodpecker vs White-fronted Woodpecker
Dendropicos abyssinicus compared with Melanerpes cactorum
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Abyssinian Woodpecker | White-fronted Woodpecker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dendropicos abyssinicus | Melanerpes cactorum |
| Order | Piciformes | Piciformes |
| Family | Picidae | Picidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 18.5 cm (7.3 in) | 21.2 cm (8.3 in) |
| Weight | 24.5 g (0.86 oz) | 36.1 g (1.27 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Abyssinian Woodpecker
Least Concern
White-fronted 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.