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Black-headed Woodpecker

Picus erythropygius

Least Concern

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The Black-headed Woodpecker (Picus erythropygius) is a species in the genus Picus. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Norway.

🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Piciformes (Piciformes)

Species

Picus erythropygius (Black-headed Woodpecker)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese コシアカアオゲラ

Chinese 紅腰綠啄木

Spanish Pito cabecinegro

French Pic à tête noire

German Rotbürzelspecht

Russian Краснопоясничный зелёный дятел

Thai นกหัวขวานเขียวตะโพกแดง

Similar Species in Picus

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Crimson-winged Woodpecker

Picus puniceus

Least Concern

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European Green-Woodpecker

Picus viridis

Least Concern

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Gray-headed Woodpecker

Picus canus

Least Concern

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Iberian Green-Woodpecker

Picus sharpei

Least Concern

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Japanese Green Woodpecker

Levaillant's Woodpecker

Picus vaillantii

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Black-headed Woodpecker?

The scientific name of Black-headed Woodpecker is Picus erythropygius. It belongs to the genus Picus.

What is the conservation status of Black-headed Woodpecker?

Black-headed Woodpecker (Picus erythropygius) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Black-headed Woodpecker live?

Black-headed Woodpecker is found in Found in Norway.. Countries include Norway.

What family does Black-headed Woodpecker belong to?

Black-headed Woodpecker (Picus erythropygius) belongs to the genus Picus, which is part of the taxonomic family Picidae.

Is Black-headed Woodpecker endangered?

No, Black-headed Woodpecker (Picus erythropygius) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Black-headed Woodpecker belong to?

Black-headed Woodpecker (Picus erythropygius) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Black-headed Woodpecker?

The closest relatives of Black-headed Woodpecker in the genus Picus include Crimson-winged Woodpecker, European Green-Woodpecker, Gray-headed Woodpecker, Iberian Green-Woodpecker, Japanese Green Woodpecker.