Abyssinian Woodpecker vs Scaled Piculet
Dendropicos abyssinicus compared with Picumnus squamulatus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Abyssinian Woodpecker | Scaled Piculet |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dendropicos abyssinicus | Picumnus squamulatus |
| Order | Piciformes | Piciformes |
| Family | Picidae | Picidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 18.5 cm (7.3 in) | 10.2 cm (4.0 in) |
| Weight | 24.5 g (0.86 oz) | 10.0 g (0.35 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Abyssinian Woodpecker
Least Concern
Scaled Piculet
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.