About the White-naped Woodpecker
The white-naped woodpecker is woodpecker which is a widespread but a scarce breeder in the Indian subcontinent. It is associated with open forest and scrub with some trees. It nests in a tree hole, laying one or two white eggs.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Woodpeckers (Picidae) |
| Species | Chrysocolaptes festivus |
| Species Codes | whnwoo1, WNWO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the White-naped Woodpecker belong to?
The White-naped Woodpecker (Chrysocolaptes festivus) belongs to the Woodpeckers family (Picidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the White-naped Woodpecker?
The white-naped woodpecker is woodpecker which is a widespread but a scarce breeder in the Indian subcontinent. It is associated with open forest and scrub with some trees. It nests in a tree hole, laying one or two white eggs....
Where can I report a White-naped Woodpecker sighting?
You can log sightings of White-naped Woodpecker on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whnwoo1, or on iNaturalist.
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