About the Acorn Woodpecker
The Acorn Woodpecker (Melanerpes formicivorus) is a species documented in our database. Learn more about this species through the information below.
Conservation Status
Acorn Woodpecker is currently listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
Population Trend
stable
Current Threats
- Habitat loss
- Climate change
- Predation
Photo Gallery
2 photos available
Geographic Distribution
Distribution by Region
Western North America
Continent: North America
Country: United States
Region: California
Distribution Overview
The Acorn Woodpecker is primarily found in the western United States, Mexico, and parts of Central America.
Quick Facts
- Size
- 20 - 23 cm
- Weight
- 85 - 97 g
- Lifespan
- Up to 16 years years
- Diet
- OmnivorousFeeds mainly on acornsAlso eats insects, fruit and sap
Habitat
Oak WoodlandsMixed coniferous forestsTropical rainforests
Behavior
- Creates large communal granaries for food storage
- Displays social polygynandry, where multiple males and females mate and raise offspring together
- Defends territories year-round