Golden-cheeked Woodpecker

Golden-cheeked Woodpecker

Melanerpes chrysogenys

Least Concern

Aves · Piciformes · Picidae

About

The golden-cheeked woodpecker is a species of bird in subfamily Picinae of the woodpecker family Picidae. It is endemic to Mexico.

Fun Fact

The golden-cheeked woodpecker has sometimes been placed in genus Centurus.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found from Jalisco in west central Mexico south along the coast to Oaxaca and east to Puebla.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance