Acorn Woodpecker vs Eurasian Green Woodpecker
Melanerpes formicivorus compared with Picus viridis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Acorn Woodpecker | Eurasian Green Woodpecker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Melanerpes formicivorus | Picus viridis |
| Order | Piciformes | Piciformes |
| Family | Picidae | Picidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 28.0 cm (11.0 in) | 33.1 cm (13.0 in) |
| Weight | 78.5 g (2.77 oz) | 194.0 g (6.84 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 4-6 | 5-8 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Acorn Woodpecker only
Eurasian Green Woodpecker only
None
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Acorn Woodpecker
Least Concern
Eurasian 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.