About the Checker-throated Woodpecker
The checker-throated woodpecker, checker-throated yellownape, or Javan yellownape is a species of bird in the family Picidae native to Southeast Asia.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Woodpeckers (Picidae) |
| Species | Chrysophlegma mentale |
| Species Codes | chtwoo1, JTYE, CTWO |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Checker-throated Woodpecker belong to?
The Checker-throated Woodpecker (Chrysophlegma mentale) belongs to the Woodpeckers family (Picidae), in the order Piciformes.
What is the conservation status of the Checker-throated Woodpecker?
The Checker-throated Woodpecker is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Checker-throated Woodpecker?
The checker-throated woodpecker, checker-throated yellownape, or Javan yellownape is a species of bird in the family Picidae native to Southeast Asia....
Where can I report a Checker-throated Woodpecker sighting?
You can log sightings of Checker-throated Woodpecker on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chtwoo1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Piciformes
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Quick Stats
Piciformes
Order
236
Species in Family
248
iNat Observations
NT
IUCN Status
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