Guadeloupe Woodpecker vs Beautiful Woodpecker
Melanerpes herminieri compared with Melanerpes pulcher
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Guadeloupe Woodpecker | Beautiful Woodpecker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Melanerpes herminieri | Melanerpes pulcher |
| Order | Piciformes | Piciformes |
| Family | Picidae | Picidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 27.3 cm (10.7 in) | 21.5 cm (8.5 in) |
| Weight | 86.0 g (3.03 oz) | 50.0 g (1.76 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-5 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Guadeloupe Woodpecker only
Beautiful Woodpecker only
None
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Guadeloupe Woodpecker
Least Concern
Beautiful Woodpecker
About These Birds
Beautiful Woodpecker
The Beautiful Woodpecker is an attractively patterned woodpecker endemic to the forests and woodland edges of northwestern Colombia. Males have bold black-and-white barring on the back, a red cap, and yellow wash on the underparts. It forages on tree trunks and branches for insects, larvae, and fruits.