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Taiwan Barbet
Psilopogon nuchalis
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Least Concern
Wingspan
20.0 cm
Weight
95.0 g
Family
Megalaimidae
Order
Piciformes
The Taiwan Barbet (Psilopogon nuchalis) is a bird species in the family Megalaimidae (asian barbets), within the order Piciformes (woodpeckers & toucans). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 20 cm and a weight of 95 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 20.0 cm | 7.9 in |
| Weight | 95.0 g | 3.35 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Incubation: 13-15 days. Fledging: 23-29 days.
Clutch Size
2-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes (Woodpeckers & Toucans) |
| Family | Megalaimidae (Asian Barbets) |
| Genus | Psilopogon |
| Species | Psilopogon nuchalis |
Distribution
Taiwan Barbet has been recorded in 2 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Taiwan Barbet endangered?
The Taiwan Barbet has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Taiwan Barbet nest?
Incubation: 13-15 days. Fledging: 23-29 days.
How big is the Taiwan Barbet?
The Taiwan Barbet has a wingspan of 20.0 cm, weight of 95.0 g.
What order and family does the Taiwan Barbet belong to?
The Taiwan Barbet (Psilopogon nuchalis) belongs to the order Piciformes and the family Megalaimidae.
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