Acorn Woodpecker vs Maghreb Green Woodpecker
Melanerpes formicivorus compared with Picus vaillantii
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Acorn Woodpecker | Maghreb Green Woodpecker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Melanerpes formicivorus | Picus vaillantii |
| Order | Piciformes | Piciformes |
| Family | Picidae | Picidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 28.0 cm (11.0 in) | 30.8 cm (12.1 in) |
| Weight | 78.5 g (2.77 oz) | 166.0 g (5.86 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 4-6 | 4-8 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Acorn Woodpecker only
Maghreb Green Woodpecker only
None
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Acorn Woodpecker
Least Concern
Maghreb Green 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.