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The scientific name for the Downy woodpecker is Picoides pubescens. The Downy woodpecker is the smallest woodpecker in North America. It is also one of the most common woodpeckers.
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What is the scientific name or taxonomic classification of the animal Downy woodpecker?
The scientific or taxonomic name would be Picoides pubescens.
How far does the downy woodpecker travel?
In most areas of habitat, the Downy Woodpecker is a year-round resident, but at northern extreme of range, the Downy Woodpecker may move south for the winter.
Is a downy woodpecker carnivore?
No, they are omnivores.
What is the scientific name of the Great spotted woodpecker?
Dendrocopos major is the scientific name of the Great spotted woodpecker.
Do Downy woodpecker mate for life?
the Downy woodpecker doesn't mate for life. it only mates during the summer. the incubation period is 28-30 days.
What is a woodpecker scientific name?
Well, it depends what type of woodpecker it is. For example, the Philippine Woodpecker's scientific name is the Pendrocopos Maculatus
How do you tell a downy woodpecker from a hairy woodpecker?
The birds are very similar in appearance, but the hairy is larger, and has a longer bill. The downy has a few black spots on the outer tail feathers.
Does a downy woodpecker hunt at night?
No, they can't see at night
What is the wing beat per second for a downy woodpecker?
66
What is the scientific name for a red headed woodpecker?
The scientific name for a red-headed woodpecker is Melanerpes erythrocephalus.
What other species live with the pileated woodpecker?
Downy and Hairy Woodpeckers live in the same habitat as Pileated Woodpecker.
What is the scientific name or taxonomic classification of the plant Downy brome?
The scientific or taxonomic name would be Bromus tectorum.
