Abyssinian Woodpecker vs Sulawesi Pygmy Woodpecker
Dendropicos abyssinicus compared with Picoides temminckii
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Abyssinian Woodpecker | Sulawesi Pygmy Woodpecker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dendropicos abyssinicus | Picoides temminckii |
| Order | Piciformes | Piciformes |
| Family | Picidae | Picidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 18.5 cm (7.3 in) | 15.3 cm (6.0 in) |
| Weight | 24.5 g (0.86 oz) | 66.7 g (2.35 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Abyssinian Woodpecker
Least Concern
Sulawesi Pygmy 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.