About the African Piculet
The African Piculet (Verreauxia africana) is a species of bird in the Woodpeckers family (Picidae), within the order Piciformes. This family contains 236 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code afrpic1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Woodpeckers (Picidae) |
| Species | Verreauxia africana |
| Species Codes | afrpic1, AFPI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the African Piculet belong to?
The African Piculet (Verreauxia africana) belongs to the Woodpeckers family (Picidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the African Piculet?
The African Piculet is a member of the Woodpeckers family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a African Piculet sighting?
You can log sightings of African Piculet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code afrpic1, or on iNaturalist.