About the Golden-fronted Woodpecker
The Golden-fronted Woodpecker (Melanerpes aurifrons) 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 gofwoo when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Woodpeckers (Picidae) |
| Species | Melanerpes aurifrons |
| Species Codes | gofwoo, GFWO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Golden-fronted Woodpecker belong to?
The Golden-fronted Woodpecker (Melanerpes aurifrons) belongs to the Woodpeckers family (Picidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Golden-fronted Woodpecker?
The Golden-fronted 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 Golden-fronted Woodpecker sighting?
You can log sightings of Golden-fronted Woodpecker on eBird (ebird.org) using species code gofwoo, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Woodpeckers 236 species
More Birds in Order Piciformes
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Quick Stats
Piciformes
Order
236
Species in Family
39,385
iNat Observations
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