About the Philippine Pygmy Woodpecker
The Philippine Pygmy Woodpecker (Yungipicus maculatus) 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 phiwoo1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Woodpeckers (Picidae) |
| Species | Yungipicus maculatus |
| Species Codes | phiwoo1, PPWO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Philippine Pygmy Woodpecker belong to?
The Philippine Pygmy Woodpecker (Yungipicus maculatus) belongs to the Woodpeckers family (Picidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Philippine Pygmy Woodpecker?
The Philippine Pygmy 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 Philippine Pygmy Woodpecker sighting?
You can log sightings of Philippine Pygmy Woodpecker on eBird (ebird.org) using species code phiwoo1, or on iNaturalist.