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Black Woodpecker

Dryocopus martius

Near Threatened

About

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 (Black Woodpecker)

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

Similar Species in Dryocopus

Black-bodied Woodpecker

Dryocopus schulzii

Not Evaluated

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White-bellied Woodpecker

Dryocopus javensis

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Black Woodpecker?

The scientific name of Black Woodpecker is Dryocopus martius. It belongs to the genus Dryocopus.

What is the conservation status of Black Woodpecker?

Black Woodpecker (Dryocopus martius) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Black Woodpecker live?

Black Woodpecker 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 Black Woodpecker belong to?

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

What kingdom does Black Woodpecker belong to?

Black Woodpecker (Dryocopus martius) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).

What are the closest relatives of Black Woodpecker?

The closest relatives of Black Woodpecker in the genus Dryocopus include Andaman Woodpecker, Lineated Woodpecker, Pileated Woodpecker, Black-bodied Woodpecker, White-bellied Woodpecker.