Red-headed Woodpecker vs Acorn Woodpecker
Melanerpes erythrocephalus compared with Melanerpes formicivorus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Red-headed Woodpecker | Acorn Woodpecker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Melanerpes erythrocephalus | Melanerpes formicivorus |
| Order | Piciformes | Piciformes |
| Family | Picidae | Picidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 27.9 cm (11.0 in) | 28.0 cm (11.0 in) |
| Weight | 76.55 g (2.70 oz) | 78.5 g (2.77 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-10 | 4-6 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Red-headed Woodpecker only
Acorn Woodpecker only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Red-headed 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.