Abyssinian Woodpecker vs Red-stained Woodpecker
Dendropicos abyssinicus compared with Veniliornis affinis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Abyssinian Woodpecker | Red-stained Woodpecker |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Dendropicos abyssinicus | Veniliornis affinis |
| Order | Piciformes | Piciformes |
| Family | Picidae | Picidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 18.5 cm (7.3 in) | 18.4 cm (7.2 in) |
| Weight | 24.5 g (0.86 oz) | 35.9 g (1.27 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Abyssinian Woodpecker
Least Concern
Red-stained 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.