About the Middle Spotted Woodpecker
The Middle Spotted Woodpecker (Dendrocoptes medius) 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 miswoo1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Woodpeckers (Picidae) |
| Species | Dendrocoptes medius |
| Species Codes | miswoo1, MSWO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Middle Spotted Woodpecker belong to?
The Middle Spotted Woodpecker (Dendrocoptes medius) belongs to the Woodpeckers family (Picidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Middle Spotted Woodpecker?
The Middle Spotted 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 Middle Spotted Woodpecker sighting?
You can log sightings of Middle Spotted Woodpecker on eBird (ebird.org) using species code miswoo1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Piciformes
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Quick Stats
Piciformes
Order
236
Species in Family
13,422
iNat Observations
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