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pic noir

Dryocopus martius

Near Threatened

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Black Woodpecker (Dryocopus martius) is classified as Near Threatened (NT) on the IUCN Red List. Close to qualifying as threatened, with populations that may become vulnerable without conservation action.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Found across Europe (8 countries). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇷🇺 Russia 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇷 France 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇳🇱 Netherlands

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Piciformes (Piciformes)

Species

Dryocopus martius (pic noir)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese クマゲラ

Chinese 黑啄木

Spanish Pito Negro

French pic noir

German Schwarzspecht

Portuguese Peto-preto

Russian Желна

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of pic noir?

The scientific name of pic noir is Dryocopus martius. It belongs to the genus Dryocopus.

What is the conservation status of pic noir?

pic noir (Dryocopus martius) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does pic noir live?

pic noir is found in Found across Europe (8 countries). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, France, Netherlands, Norway, Russia, Sweden, United Kingdom.

What family does pic noir belong to?

pic noir (Dryocopus martius) belongs to the genus Dryocopus, which is part of the taxonomic family Picidae.

What kingdom does pic noir belong to?

pic noir (Dryocopus martius) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of pic noir?

The closest relatives of pic noir in the genus Dryocopus include Grand pic, Pic à ventre blanc, Pic des Andaman, Pic lucifer, Pic ouentou.