White Woodpecker
White Woodpecker (<em>Melanerpes candidus</em>) is a species of Woodpeckers (<em>Picidae</em>) in the order Woodpeckers and Allies.
Overview
White Woodpecker (Melanerpes candidus) is a species of Woodpeckers (Picidae) in the order Woodpeckers and Allies.
Scientific Classification
Genus: Melanerpes; binomial: Melanerpes candidus; authority: (Otto, 1796).
Distribution
Breeding range: South America.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
Move White Woodpecker from Leuconerpes to Melanerpes (Dickinson 2003; SACC).
