About the Golden-fronted Woodpecker
The golden-fronted woodpecker is a species of bird in subfamily Picinae of the woodpecker family Picidae. It is found in the southern United States, Mexico and parts of Central America.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Woodpeckers (Picidae) |
| Species | Melanerpes aurifrons |
| Species Codes | gofwoo, GFWO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Golden-fronted Woodpecker belong to?
The Golden-fronted Woodpecker (Melanerpes aurifrons) belongs to the Woodpeckers family (Picidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Golden-fronted Woodpecker?
The golden-fronted woodpecker is a species of bird in subfamily Picinae of the woodpecker family Picidae. It is found in the southern United States, Mexico and parts of Central America....
Where can I report a Golden-fronted Woodpecker sighting?
You can log sightings of Golden-fronted Woodpecker on eBird (ebird.org) using species code gofwoo, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Piciformes
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Quick Stats
Piciformes
Order
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