About the Cuban Green Woodpecker
The Cuban Green Woodpecker (Xiphidiopicus percussus) 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 cugwoo1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Woodpeckers (Picidae) |
| Species | Xiphidiopicus percussus |
| Species Codes | cugwoo1, CGWO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Cuban Green Woodpecker belong to?
The Cuban Green Woodpecker (Xiphidiopicus percussus) belongs to the Woodpeckers family (Picidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Cuban Green Woodpecker?
The Cuban Green 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 Cuban Green Woodpecker sighting?
You can log sightings of Cuban Green Woodpecker on eBird (ebird.org) using species code cugwoo1, or on iNaturalist.