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Black-spotted Barbet
Capito niger
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Least Concern
Wingspan
16.0 cm
Weight
59.625 g
Family
Capitonidae
Order
Piciformes
The Black-spotted Barbet (Capito niger) is a bird species in the family Capitonidae (new world barbets), within the order Piciformes (woodpeckers & toucans). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 16 cm and a weight of 59.6 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 16.0 cm | 6.3 in |
| Weight | 59.625 g | 2.10 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV. Fledging: 34 days.
Clutch Size
3-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes (Woodpeckers & Toucans) |
| Family | Capitonidae (New World Barbets) |
| Genus | Capito |
| Species | Capito niger |
Distribution
Black-spotted Barbet has been recorded in 2 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Black-spotted Barbet endangered?
The Black-spotted Barbet has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Black-spotted Barbet nest?
Nest type: CV. Fledging: 34 days.
How big is the Black-spotted Barbet?
The Black-spotted Barbet has a wingspan of 16.0 cm, weight of 59.625 g.
What order and family does the Black-spotted Barbet belong to?
The Black-spotted Barbet (Capito niger) belongs to the order Piciformes and the family Capitonidae.
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