Acorn Woodpecker vs Philippine Pygmy Woodpecker
Melanerpes formicivorus compared with Picoides maculatus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Acorn Woodpecker | Philippine Pygmy Woodpecker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Melanerpes formicivorus | Picoides maculatus |
| Order | Piciformes | Piciformes |
| Family | Picidae | Picidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 28.0 cm (11.0 in) | 16.3 cm (6.4 in) |
| Weight | 78.5 g (2.77 oz) | 25.15 g (0.89 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 4-6 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Acorn Woodpecker only
Philippine Pygmy Woodpecker only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Acorn Woodpecker
Least Concern
Philippine Pygmy 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.