Abyssinian Woodpecker vs Yellow-fronted Woodpecker
Dendropicos abyssinicus compared with Melanerpes flavifrons
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Abyssinian Woodpecker | Yellow-fronted Woodpecker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dendropicos abyssinicus | Melanerpes flavifrons |
| Order | Piciformes | Piciformes |
| Family | Picidae | Picidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 18.5 cm (7.3 in) | 23.4 cm (9.2 in) |
| Weight | 24.5 g (0.86 oz) | 56.5 g (1.99 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 2-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
Abyssinian Woodpecker only
Yellow-fronted Woodpecker only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Abyssinian Woodpecker
Least Concern
Yellow-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.