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Hairy-breasted Barbet
Tricholaema hirsuta
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Least Concern
Wingspan
17.8 cm
Weight
53.0 g
Family
Lybiidae
Order
Piciformes
The Hairy-breasted Barbet (Tricholaema hirsuta) is a bird species in the family Lybiidae (african barbets), within the order Piciformes (woodpeckers & toucans). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 17.8 cm and a weight of 53 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 17.8 cm | 7.0 in |
| Weight | 53.0 g | 1.87 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes (Woodpeckers & Toucans) |
| Family | Lybiidae (African Barbets) |
| Genus | Tricholaema |
| Species | Tricholaema hirsuta |
Distribution
Hairy-breasted Barbet has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Hairy-breasted Barbet endangered?
The Hairy-breasted Barbet has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Hairy-breasted Barbet nest?
Nest type: CV.
How big is the Hairy-breasted Barbet?
The Hairy-breasted Barbet has a wingspan of 17.8 cm, weight of 53.0 g.
What order and family does the Hairy-breasted Barbet belong to?
The Hairy-breasted Barbet (Tricholaema hirsuta) belongs to the order Piciformes and the family Lybiidae.
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