About the Spotted Piculet
The Spotted Piculet (Picumnus pygmaeus) 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 spopic1 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 pygmaeus |
| Species Codes | spopic1, SPPI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Spotted Piculet belong to?
The Spotted Piculet (Picumnus pygmaeus) belongs to the Woodpeckers family (Picidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Spotted Piculet?
The Spotted 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 Spotted Piculet sighting?
You can log sightings of Spotted Piculet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code spopic1, or on iNaturalist.