About the Buff-necked Woodpecker
The Buff-necked Woodpecker (Meiglyptes tukki) is a species of bird in the Woodpeckers family (Picidae), within the order Piciformes. This family contains 236 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code bunwoo1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Woodpeckers (Picidae) |
| Species | Meiglyptes tukki |
| Species Codes | bunwoo1, BNWO |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Buff-necked Woodpecker belong to?
The Buff-necked Woodpecker (Meiglyptes tukki) belongs to the Woodpeckers family (Picidae), in the order Piciformes.
What is the conservation status of the Buff-necked Woodpecker?
The Buff-necked Woodpecker is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Buff-necked Woodpecker?
The Buff-necked Woodpecker is a member of the Woodpeckers family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Buff-necked Woodpecker sighting?
You can log sightings of Buff-necked Woodpecker on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bunwoo1, or on iNaturalist.