Acorn Woodpecker vs Iberian Green Woodpecker
Melanerpes formicivorus compared with Picus sharpei
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Acorn Woodpecker | Iberian Green Woodpecker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Melanerpes formicivorus | Picus sharpei |
| Order | Piciformes | Piciformes |
| Family | Picidae | Picidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 28.0 cm (11.0 in) | 31.2 cm (12.3 in) |
| Weight | 78.5 g (2.77 oz) | 190.0 g (6.70 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 4-6 | 5-8 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Acorn Woodpecker only
Iberian Green Woodpecker only
None
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Acorn Woodpecker
Least Concern
Iberian Green 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.