About the Orinoco Piculet
The Orinoco Piculet (Picumnus pumilus) 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 oripic1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Woodpeckers (Picidae) |
| Species | Picumnus pumilus |
| Species Codes | oripic1, ORPI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Orinoco Piculet belong to?
The Orinoco Piculet (Picumnus pumilus) belongs to the Woodpeckers family (Picidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Orinoco Piculet?
The Orinoco Piculet 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 Orinoco Piculet sighting?
You can log sightings of Orinoco Piculet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code oripic1, or on iNaturalist.