About the Bamboo Woodpecker
The Bamboo Woodpecker (Gecinulus viridis) 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 bamwoo1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Woodpeckers (Picidae) |
| Species | Gecinulus viridis |
| Species Codes | bamwoo1, BAWO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Bamboo Woodpecker belong to?
The Bamboo Woodpecker (Gecinulus viridis) belongs to the Woodpeckers family (Picidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Bamboo Woodpecker?
The Bamboo Woodpecker 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 Bamboo Woodpecker sighting?
You can log sightings of Bamboo Woodpecker on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bamwoo1, or on iNaturalist.