About the Waved Woodpecker
The Waved Woodpecker (Celeus undatus) 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 wavwoo5 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Woodpeckers (Picidae) |
| Species | Celeus undatus |
| Species Codes | wavwoo5, SBWO, WAWO, VAWO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Waved Woodpecker belong to?
The Waved Woodpecker (Celeus undatus) belongs to the Woodpeckers family (Picidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Waved Woodpecker?
The Waved 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 Waved Woodpecker sighting?
You can log sightings of Waved Woodpecker on eBird (ebird.org) using species code wavwoo5, or on iNaturalist.