Acorn Woodpecker vs Southern Sooty Woodpecker
Melanerpes formicivorus compared with Mulleripicus fuliginosus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Acorn Woodpecker | Southern Sooty Woodpecker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Melanerpes formicivorus | Mulleripicus fuliginosus |
| Order | Piciformes | Piciformes |
| Family | Picidae | Picidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 28.0 cm (11.0 in) | 30.5 cm (12.0 in) |
| Weight | 78.5 g (2.77 oz) | 164.0 g (5.78 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 4-6 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Acorn Woodpecker only
Southern Sooty Woodpecker only
None
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Acorn Woodpecker
Vulnerable
Southern Sooty 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.