Banded Barbet vs Yellow-rumped Tinkerbird
Lybius undatus compared with Pogoniulus bilineatus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Banded Barbet | Yellow-rumped Tinkerbird |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lybius undatus | Pogoniulus bilineatus |
| Order | Piciformes | Piciformes |
| Family | Lybiidae | Lybiidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 16.0 cm (6.3 in) | 11.3 cm (4.4 in) |
| Weight | 36.9 g (1.30 oz) | 12.9 g (0.46 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 2-5 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Banded Barbet
Least Concern
Yellow-rumped Tinkerbird
About These Birds
Banded Barbet
The Banded Barbet is a medium-sized barbet of the family Lybiidae found in woodland and forest edges of eastern Africa. Weighing about 36.9g with a wingspan of 16cm, it has striking black-and-white barred plumage and a heavy bill used to excavate nest cavities and feed on fruit. It is typically found in pairs or small groups.