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Red-and-yellow Barbet
Trachyphonus erythrocephalus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
19.3 cm
Weight
57.5 g
Family
Lybiidae
Order
Piciformes
The Red-and-yellow Barbet (Trachyphonus erythrocephalus) is a bird species in the family Lybiidae (african barbets), within the order Piciformes (woodpeckers & toucans). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 19.3 cm and a weight of 57.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 19.3 cm | 7.6 in |
| Weight | 57.5 g | 2.03 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV.
Clutch Size
2-6
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes (Woodpeckers & Toucans) |
| Family | Lybiidae (African Barbets) |
| Genus | Trachyphonus |
| Species | Trachyphonus erythrocephalus |
Distribution
Red-and-yellow Barbet has been recorded in 5 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Red-and-yellow Barbet endangered?
The Red-and-yellow Barbet has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Red-and-yellow Barbet nest?
Nest type: CV.
How big is the Red-and-yellow Barbet?
The Red-and-yellow Barbet has a wingspan of 19.3 cm, weight of 57.5 g.
What order and family does the Red-and-yellow Barbet belong to?
The Red-and-yellow Barbet (Trachyphonus erythrocephalus) belongs to the order Piciformes and the family Lybiidae.
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