About the Mottled Piculet
The Mottled Piculet (Picumnus nebulosus) 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 motpic1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Woodpeckers (Picidae) |
| Species | Picumnus nebulosus |
| Species Codes | motpic1, MOPI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mottled Piculet belong to?
The Mottled Piculet (Picumnus nebulosus) belongs to the Woodpeckers family (Picidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Mottled Piculet?
The Mottled Piculet 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 Mottled Piculet sighting?
You can log sightings of Mottled Piculet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code motpic1, or on iNaturalist.