Beautiful Woodpecker vs Mottled Piculet
Melanerpes pulcher compared with Picumnus nebulosus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Beautiful Woodpecker | Mottled Piculet |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Melanerpes pulcher | Picumnus nebulosus |
| Order | Piciformes | Piciformes |
| Family | Picidae | Picidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 21.5 cm (8.5 in) | 11.4 cm (4.5 in) |
| Weight | 50.0 g (1.76 oz) | 11.625 g (0.41 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Beautiful Woodpecker
Near Threatened
Mottled Piculet
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.