About the Red-necked Woodpecker
The red-necked woodpecker is a species of bird in subfamily Picinae of the woodpecker family Picidae. It is found in every mainland South American country except Argentina, Chile, Paraguay, and Uruguay.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Woodpeckers (Picidae) |
| Species | Campephilus rubricollis |
| Species Codes | renwoo1, RNWO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-necked Woodpecker belong to?
The Red-necked Woodpecker (Campephilus rubricollis) belongs to the Woodpeckers family (Picidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Red-necked Woodpecker?
The red-necked woodpecker is a species of bird in subfamily Picinae of the woodpecker family Picidae. It is found in every mainland South American country except Argentina, Chile, Paraguay, and Uruguay....
Where can I report a Red-necked Woodpecker sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-necked Woodpecker on eBird (ebird.org) using species code renwoo1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Piciformes
Order
236
Species in Family
501
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