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White-headed Barbet
Lybius leucocephalus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
18.6 cm
Weight
66.41666666666667 g
Family
Lybiidae
Order
Piciformes
The White-headed Barbet (Lybius leucocephalus) is a bird species in the family Lybiidae (african barbets), within the order Piciformes (woodpeckers & toucans). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 18.6 cm and a weight of 66.4 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 18.6 cm | 7.3 in |
| Weight | 66.41666666666667 g | 2.34 oz |
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 15-21 days.
Clutch Size
2-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes (Woodpeckers & Toucans) |
| Family | Lybiidae (African Barbets) |
| Genus | Lybius |
| Species | Lybius leucocephalus |
Distribution
White-headed Barbet has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the White-headed Barbet endangered?
The White-headed Barbet has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the White-headed Barbet nest?
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 15-21 days.
How big is the White-headed Barbet?
The White-headed Barbet has a wingspan of 18.6 cm, weight of 66.41666666666667 g.
What order and family does the White-headed Barbet belong to?
The White-headed Barbet (Lybius leucocephalus) belongs to the order Piciformes and the family Lybiidae.
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