Black-banded Barbet vs Sri Lanka Barbet
Psilopogon javensis compared with Psilopogon rubricapillus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-banded Barbet | Sri Lanka Barbet |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Psilopogon javensis | Psilopogon rubricapillus |
| Order | Piciformes | Piciformes |
| Family | Megalaimidae | Megalaimidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 21.9 cm (8.6 in) | 14.8 cm (5.8 in) |
| Weight | 115.0 g (4.06 oz) | 35.75 g (1.26 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2 | 2-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Black-banded Barbet
Least Concern
Sri Lanka Barbet
About These Birds
Black-banded Barbet
The Black-banded Barbet is a medium-sized barbet endemic to Java in Indonesia. It has bright green plumage with red and yellow head markings and a distinctive black breast band. It inhabits forest and forest edges, feeding on fruit and insects, and excavates nest cavities in tree branches.