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Taiwan Barbet

Psilopogon nuchalis

Least Concern
Wingspan
20.0 cm
Weight
95.0 g
Family
Megalaimidae
Order
Piciformes

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.

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Present Not recorded
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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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