About the Chestnut Woodpecker
The Chestnut Woodpecker (Celeus elegans) 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 chewoo2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Woodpeckers (Picidae) |
| Species | Celeus elegans |
| Species Codes | chewoo2, CHWO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chestnut Woodpecker belong to?
The Chestnut Woodpecker (Celeus elegans) belongs to the Woodpeckers family (Picidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Chestnut Woodpecker?
The Chestnut 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 Chestnut Woodpecker sighting?
You can log sightings of Chestnut Woodpecker on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chewoo2, or on iNaturalist.