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Orange-fronted Barbet
Capito squamatus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
16.4 cm
Weight
60.0 g
Family
Capitonidae
Order
Piciformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 16.4 cm | 6.5 in |
| Weight | 60.0 g | 2.12 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes (Woodpeckers & Toucans) |
| Family | Capitonidae (New World Barbets) |
| Genus | Capito |
| Species | Capito squamatus |
Distribution
Orange-fronted Barbet has been recorded in 3 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Orange-fronted Barbet endangered?
The Orange-fronted Barbet has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Orange-fronted Barbet nest?
Nest type: CV.
How big is the Orange-fronted Barbet?
The Orange-fronted Barbet has a wingspan of 16.4 cm, weight of 60.0 g.
What order and family does the Orange-fronted Barbet belong to?
The Orange-fronted Barbet (Capito squamatus) belongs to the order Piciformes and the family Capitonidae.
Similar Birds
Other species in the Capitonidae family
Black-girdled Barbet
Capito dayi
Near Threatened
Black-spotted Barbet
Capito niger
Least Concern
Blue-moustached Barbet
Eubucco versicolor
Least Concern
Brown-chested Barbet
Capito brunneipectus
Least Concern
Five-colored Barbet
Capito quinticolor
Near Threatened
Gilded Barbet
Capito auratus
Least Concern
Lemon-throated Barbet
Eubucco richardsoni
Least Concern
Red-headed Barbet
Eubucco bourcierii
Least Concern