15,188 observationsLeast Concern
Lesser Spotted Woodpecker
Dryobates minor
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Piciformes ›Family: Picidae ›Genus: Dryobates
About
The lesser spotted woodpecker (Dryobates minor) is a member of the woodpecker family Picidae. It was formerly assigned to the genus Dendrocopos (sometimes incorrectly spelt as Dendrocopus). Some taxonomic authorities continue to list the species there.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Lesser Spotted Woodpecker is Dryobates minor.
- Lesser Spotted Woodpecker belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Lesser Spotted Woodpecker belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- Lesser Spotted Woodpecker belongs to the class Aves.
- Lesser Spotted Woodpecker belongs to the order Piciformes.
- Lesser Spotted Woodpecker belongs to the family Picidae.
- Lesser Spotted Woodpecker belongs to the genus Dryobates.