About the Bearded Woodpecker
The Bearded Woodpecker (Chloropicus namaquus) 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 beawoo1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Woodpeckers (Picidae) |
| Species | Chloropicus namaquus |
| Species Codes | beawoo1, BEWO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Bearded Woodpecker belong to?
The Bearded Woodpecker (Chloropicus namaquus) belongs to the Woodpeckers family (Picidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Bearded Woodpecker?
The Bearded 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 Bearded Woodpecker sighting?
You can log sightings of Bearded Woodpecker on eBird (ebird.org) using species code beawoo1, or on iNaturalist.