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Abyssinian Woodpecker

Dendropicos abyssinicus

Least Concern

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The Abyssinian Woodpecker (Dendropicos abyssinicus) is a species in the genus Dendropicos. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. It typically inhabits various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Piciformes (Piciformes)

Species

Dendropicos abyssinicus (Abyssinian Woodpecker)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese キタアフリカコゲラ

Chinese 衣索比亞金背啄木

Spanish Pito abisinio

French Pic d'Abyssinie

German Wacholderspecht

Russian Золотоспинный саванный дятел

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African Gray-Woodpecker

Dendropicos goertae

Least Concern

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Brown-backed Woodpecker

Dendropicos obsoletus

Least Concern

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Cardinal Woodpecker

Dendropicos fuscescens

Least Concern

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Eastern Gray-Woodpecker

Dendropicos spodocephalus

Dendropicos gabonensis

Least Concern

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Little Gray Woodpecker

Dendropicos elachus

Least Concern

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Melancholy Woodpecker

Dendropicos lugubris

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Abyssinian Woodpecker?

The scientific name of Abyssinian Woodpecker is Dendropicos abyssinicus. It belongs to the genus Dendropicos.

What is the conservation status of Abyssinian Woodpecker?

Abyssinian Woodpecker (Dendropicos abyssinicus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Abyssinian Woodpecker belong to?

Abyssinian Woodpecker (Dendropicos abyssinicus) belongs to the genus Dendropicos, which is part of the taxonomic family Picidae.

Is Abyssinian Woodpecker endangered?

No, Abyssinian Woodpecker (Dendropicos abyssinicus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Abyssinian Woodpecker belong to?

Abyssinian Woodpecker (Dendropicos abyssinicus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Abyssinian Woodpecker?

The closest relatives of Abyssinian Woodpecker in the genus Dendropicos include African Gray-Woodpecker, Brown-backed Woodpecker, Cardinal Woodpecker, Eastern Gray-Woodpecker, Elliot's Woodpecker.