Hoffmann's Woodpecker vs African Piculet
Melanerpes hoffmannii compared with Verreauxia africana
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Hoffmann's Woodpecker | African Piculet |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Melanerpes hoffmannii | Verreauxia africana |
| Order | Piciformes | Piciformes |
| Family | Picidae | Picidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 23.6 cm (9.3 in) | 9.6 cm (3.8 in) |
| Weight | 73.0 g (2.58 oz) | 8.75 g (0.31 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Hoffmann's Woodpecker
Least Concern
African Piculet
About These Birds
African Piculet
The African Piculet is a remarkably small woodpecker with a wingspan of under 10 cm and a weight of only about 9 g. Found in West and Central African forests, it probes bark and small branches for insects with its short bill.