About the Abyssinian Woodpecker
The Abyssinian woodpecker, also known as the golden-backed woodpecker or the golden-mantled woodpecker, is a species of bird in the woodpecker family, Picidae. It is native to Africa, where it occurs in Eritrea and Ethiopia. It appears to be a close relative of the cardinal woodpecker Dendropicos fuscescens.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Woodpeckers (Picidae) |
| Species | Dendropicos abyssinicus |
| Species Codes | abywoo1, ABWO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Abyssinian Woodpecker belong to?
The Abyssinian Woodpecker (Dendropicos abyssinicus) belongs to the Woodpeckers family (Picidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Abyssinian Woodpecker?
The Abyssinian woodpecker, also known as the golden-backed woodpecker or the golden-mantled woodpecker, is a species of bird in the woodpecker family, Picidae. It is native to Africa, where it occurs in Eritrea and Ethiopia. It appears to be a close relative of the cardinal woodpecker Dendropicos fu...
Where can I report a Abyssinian Woodpecker sighting?
You can log sightings of Abyssinian Woodpecker on eBird (ebird.org) using species code abywoo1, or on iNaturalist.
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