White Woodpecker vs Acorn Woodpecker
Melanerpes candidus compared with Melanerpes formicivorus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | White Woodpecker | Acorn Woodpecker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Melanerpes candidus | Melanerpes formicivorus |
| Order | Piciformes | Piciformes |
| Family | Picidae | Picidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 31.4 cm (12.4 in) | 28.0 cm (11.0 in) |
| Weight | 115.5 g (4.07 oz) | 78.5 g (2.77 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-4 | 4-6 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
White Woodpecker only
None
Acorn Woodpecker only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
White Woodpecker
Least Concern
Acorn Woodpecker
About These Birds
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.