Abyssinian Woodpecker vs Red-collared Woodpecker
Dendropicos abyssinicus compared with Picus rabieri
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Abyssinian Woodpecker | Red-collared Woodpecker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dendropicos abyssinicus | Picus rabieri |
| Order | Piciformes | Piciformes |
| Family | Picidae | Picidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 18.5 cm (7.3 in) | 27.0 cm (10.6 in) |
| Weight | 24.5 g (0.86 oz) | 111.4 g (3.93 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Abyssinian Woodpecker
Near Threatened
Red-collared 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.