About the Scaly-bellied Woodpecker
The scaly-bellied woodpecker is a species of bird in the family Picidae. It is found in the Indian subcontinent and adjoining regions, ranging across Afghanistan, Iran, India, Nepal, Pakistan, and Turkmenistan.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Woodpeckers (Picidae) |
| Species | Picus squamatus |
| Species Codes | scbwoo1, SBWO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Scaly-bellied Woodpecker belong to?
The Scaly-bellied Woodpecker (Picus squamatus) belongs to the Woodpeckers family (Picidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Scaly-bellied Woodpecker?
The scaly-bellied woodpecker is a species of bird in the family Picidae. It is found in the Indian subcontinent and adjoining regions, ranging across Afghanistan, Iran, India, Nepal, Pakistan, and Turkmenistan....
Where can I report a Scaly-bellied Woodpecker sighting?
You can log sightings of Scaly-bellied Woodpecker on eBird (ebird.org) using species code scbwoo1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Piciformes
Order
236
Species in Family
266
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