About the Golden-cheeked Woodpecker
The golden-cheeked woodpecker is a species of bird in subfamily Picinae of the woodpecker family Picidae. It is endemic to Mexico.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Woodpeckers (Picidae) |
| Species | Melanerpes chrysogenys |
| Species Codes | gocwoo1, GCHW, GCWO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Golden-cheeked Woodpecker belong to?
The Golden-cheeked Woodpecker (Melanerpes chrysogenys) belongs to the Woodpeckers family (Picidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Golden-cheeked Woodpecker?
The golden-cheeked woodpecker is a species of bird in subfamily Picinae of the woodpecker family Picidae. It is endemic to Mexico....
Where can I report a Golden-cheeked Woodpecker sighting?
You can log sightings of Golden-cheeked Woodpecker on eBird (ebird.org) using species code gocwoo1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Piciformes
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Quick Stats
Piciformes
Order
236
Species in Family
5,593
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