Acorn Woodpecker vs Northern Sooty Woodpecker
Melanerpes formicivorus compared with Mulleripicus funebris
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Acorn Woodpecker | Northern Sooty Woodpecker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Melanerpes formicivorus | Mulleripicus funebris |
| Order | Piciformes | Piciformes |
| Family | Picidae | Picidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 28.0 cm (11.0 in) | 32.2 cm (12.7 in) |
| Weight | 78.5 g (2.77 oz) | 161.0 g (5.68 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 4-6 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Acorn Woodpecker only
Northern Sooty Woodpecker only
None
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Acorn Woodpecker
Near Threatened
Northern Sooty Woodpecker
About These Birds
Acorn Woodpecker
The Acorn Woodpecker is a highly social woodpecker weighing about 79g of western North American oak woodland. It stores thousands of acorns in specially drilled 'granary trees' shared by the group.