Abyssinian Woodpecker vs Southern Sooty Woodpecker
Dendropicos abyssinicus compared with Mulleripicus fuliginosus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Abyssinian Woodpecker | Southern Sooty Woodpecker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dendropicos abyssinicus | Mulleripicus fuliginosus |
| Order | Piciformes | Piciformes |
| Family | Picidae | Picidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 18.5 cm (7.3 in) | 30.5 cm (12.0 in) |
| Weight | 24.5 g (0.86 oz) | 164.0 g (5.78 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Abyssinian Woodpecker
Vulnerable
Southern Sooty Woodpecker
About These Birds
Abyssinian Woodpecker
The Abyssinian Woodpecker weighs about 25g and is endemic to Ethiopian and Eritrean highland forests. It excavates nest cavities and probes bark for wood-boring insects.