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Eurasian Green Woodpecker

Picus viridis

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Piciformes ›Family: Picidae ›Genus: Picus

About

The European green woodpecker (Picus viridis) is a member of the woodpecker family Picidae. There are four subspecies and it occurs in most parts of Europe and in western Asia. All have green upperparts, paler yellowish underparts, a red crown and moustachial stripe which has a red centre in males but is all black in females.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Eurasian Green Woodpecker?
The scientific name of Eurasian Green Woodpecker is Picus viridis.
What kingdom does Eurasian Green Woodpecker belong to?
Eurasian Green Woodpecker belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Eurasian Green Woodpecker belong to?
Eurasian Green Woodpecker belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Eurasian Green Woodpecker belong to?
Eurasian Green Woodpecker belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Eurasian Green Woodpecker belong to?
Eurasian Green Woodpecker belongs to the order Piciformes.
What family does Eurasian Green Woodpecker belong to?
Eurasian Green Woodpecker belongs to the family Picidae.
What genus does Eurasian Green Woodpecker belong to?
Eurasian Green Woodpecker belongs to the genus Picus.