Acorn Woodpecker vs Indian Pygmy Woodpecker
Melanerpes formicivorus compared with Picoides nanus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Acorn Woodpecker | Indian Pygmy Woodpecker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Melanerpes formicivorus | Picoides nanus |
| Order | Piciformes | Piciformes |
| Family | Picidae | Picidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 28.0 cm (11.0 in) | 15.3 cm (6.0 in) |
| Weight | 78.5 g (2.77 oz) | 15.0 g (0.53 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 4-6 | 2-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Acorn Woodpecker only
Indian Pygmy Woodpecker only
None
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Acorn Woodpecker
Least Concern
Indian Pygmy 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.