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Fire-tufted Barbet

Psilopogon pyrolophus

Least Concern
Wingspan
24.7 cm
Weight
128.0 g
Family
Megalaimidae
Order
Piciformes

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 24.7 cm 9.7 in
Weight 128.0 g 4.52 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Nest type: CV. Fledging: 42 days.

Clutch Size

2

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Piciformes (Woodpeckers & Toucans)
Family Megalaimidae (Asian Barbets)
Genus Psilopogon
Species Psilopogon pyrolophus

Distribution

Fire-tufted Barbet has been recorded in 2 countries.

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Present Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Fire-tufted Barbet endangered?
The Fire-tufted Barbet has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Fire-tufted Barbet nest?
Nest type: CV. Fledging: 42 days.
How big is the Fire-tufted Barbet?
The Fire-tufted Barbet has a wingspan of 24.7 cm, weight of 128.0 g.
What order and family does the Fire-tufted Barbet belong to?
The Fire-tufted Barbet (Psilopogon pyrolophus) belongs to the order Piciformes and the family Megalaimidae.

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