About the Lesser Yellownape
The lesser yellownape is a type of woodpecker which is a widespread and often common breeder in tropical and sub-tropical Asia, primarily the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. It ranges from India, Bhutan, Nepal, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka eastwards to Thailand, Burma, Cambodia, Laos, Indonesia, Malaysia and Vietnam. Much of the scientific knowledge gathered about this species is sourced from formal studies in various parts of India.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Woodpeckers (Picidae) |
| Species | Picus chlorolophus |
| Species Codes | lesyel1, LEYE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Lesser Yellownape belong to?
The Lesser Yellownape (Picus chlorolophus) belongs to the Woodpeckers family (Picidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Lesser Yellownape?
The lesser yellownape is a type of woodpecker which is a widespread and often common breeder in tropical and sub-tropical Asia, primarily the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. It ranges from India, Bhutan, Nepal, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka eastwards to Thailand, Burma, Cambodia, Laos, Indonesia,...
Where can I report a Lesser Yellownape sighting?
You can log sightings of Lesser Yellownape on eBird (ebird.org) using species code lesyel1, or on iNaturalist.
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