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Black-banded Barbet
Psilopogon javensis
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Least Concern
Wingspan
21.9 cm
Weight
115.0 g
Family
Megalaimidae
Order
Piciformes
About
The Black-banded Barbet is a medium-sized barbet endemic to Java in Indonesia. It has bright green plumage with red and yellow head markings and a distinctive black breast band. It inhabits forest and forest edges, feeding on fruit and insects, and excavates nest cavities in tree branches.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 21.9 cm | 8.6 in |
| Weight | 115.0 g | 4.06 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 javensis |
Distribution
Black-banded Barbet has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Black-banded Barbet endangered?
The Black-banded Barbet has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Black-banded Barbet nest?
Nest type: CV.
How big is the Black-banded Barbet?
The Black-banded Barbet has a wingspan of 21.9 cm, weight of 115.0 g.
What order and family does the Black-banded Barbet belong to?
The Black-banded Barbet (Psilopogon javensis) belongs to the order Piciformes and the family Megalaimidae.
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