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Piciformes (order)


Identification code: 300310281



Alternative term/s

  • piciforms
  • woodpeckers and allies

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Scope note:

Order containing around approximately 400 species in six families including jacamars, puffbirds, barbets, honey guides, and toucans. Characterized as forest dwelling, hole-nesting birds that feed upon insects and fruit, having outer toes able to face rearward, some are specialized for climbing, and some that are brood parasites.

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