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Golden-fronted Woodpecker

Melanerpes aurifrons

Taxonomy

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

About

The golden-fronted woodpecker (Melanerpes aurifrons) is a North American woodpecker. Its preferred habitat is mesquite and riparian woodlands. It is distributed from Texas and Oklahoma in the United States through Mexico to Honduras and northern Nicaragua. Cooke listed this species as an abundant resident of the lower Rio Grande Valley, Texas, in 1884.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Golden-fronted Woodpecker?
The scientific name of Golden-fronted Woodpecker is Melanerpes aurifrons.
What is the conservation status of Golden-fronted Woodpecker?
The Golden-fronted Woodpecker has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Golden-fronted Woodpecker belong to?
Golden-fronted Woodpecker belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Golden-fronted Woodpecker belong to?
Golden-fronted Woodpecker belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Golden-fronted Woodpecker belong to?
Golden-fronted Woodpecker belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Golden-fronted Woodpecker belong to?
Golden-fronted Woodpecker belongs to the order Piciformes.
What family does Golden-fronted Woodpecker belong to?
Golden-fronted Woodpecker belongs to the family Picidae.
What genus does Golden-fronted Woodpecker belong to?
Golden-fronted Woodpecker belongs to the genus Melanerpes.