Ashy Woodpecker vs Sulu Pygmy Woodpecker
Mulleripicus fulvus compared with Picoides ramsayi
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Ashy Woodpecker | Sulu Pygmy Woodpecker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Mulleripicus fulvus | Picoides ramsayi |
| Order | Piciformes | Piciformes |
| Family | Picidae | Picidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 35.9 cm (14.1 in) | 16.4 cm (6.5 in) |
| Weight | 312.2 g (11.01 oz) | 24.5 g (0.86 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Ashy Woodpecker
Vulnerable
Sulu Pygmy Woodpecker
About These Birds
Ashy Woodpecker
The Ashy Woodpecker is a large woodpecker endemic to Sulawesi and the Sula Islands in Indonesia. Weighing about 312g with a wingspan near 36cm, it is one of the larger woodpeckers in its region and is predominantly pale grey. It forages on large trees in primary and tall secondary forest for insects and larvae.