About the Great Slaty Woodpecker
The Great Slaty Woodpecker (Mulleripicus pulverulentus) 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 grswoo1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Woodpeckers (Picidae) |
| Species | Mulleripicus pulverulentus |
| Species Codes | grswoo1, GSWO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Great Slaty Woodpecker belong to?
The Great Slaty Woodpecker (Mulleripicus pulverulentus) belongs to the Woodpeckers family (Picidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Great Slaty Woodpecker?
The Great Slaty 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 Great Slaty Woodpecker sighting?
You can log sightings of Great Slaty Woodpecker on eBird (ebird.org) using species code grswoo1, or on iNaturalist.