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Gold-whiskered Barbet
Psilopogon chrysopogon
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Least Concern
Wingspan
24.9 cm
Weight
162.5 g
Family
Megalaimidae
Order
Piciformes
The Gold-whiskered Barbet (Psilopogon chrysopogon) is a bird species in the family Megalaimidae (asian barbets), within the order Piciformes (woodpeckers & toucans). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 24.9 cm and a weight of 162.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 24.9 cm | 9.8 in |
| Weight | 162.5 g | 5.73 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes (Woodpeckers & Toucans) |
| Family | Megalaimidae (Asian Barbets) |
| Genus | Psilopogon |
| Species | Psilopogon chrysopogon |
Distribution
Gold-whiskered Barbet has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Gold-whiskered Barbet endangered?
The Gold-whiskered Barbet has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Gold-whiskered Barbet nest?
Nest type: CV.
How big is the Gold-whiskered Barbet?
The Gold-whiskered Barbet has a wingspan of 24.9 cm, weight of 162.5 g.
What order and family does the Gold-whiskered Barbet belong to?
The Gold-whiskered Barbet (Psilopogon chrysopogon) belongs to the order Piciformes and the family Megalaimidae.
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