Black-collared Barbet
Lybius torquatus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="lybius-torquatus"></birdfyi-bird>The Black-collared Barbet (Lybius torquatus) is a bird species in the family Lybiidae (african barbets), within the order Piciformes (woodpeckers & toucans). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 18 cm and a weight of 52.4 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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À propos
The Black-collared Barbet is a medium-sized, boldly patterned barbet of sub-Saharan southern and East Africa, with a vivid red face and upper breast bordered by a broad black collar. It inhabits woodland, forest edges, and gardens from South Africa north to Tanzania and the Democratic Republic of Congo. It feeds on figs, fruits, and insects, and excavates nest holes in dead trees.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 18,0 cm | 7.1 in |
| Poids | 52,4 g | 1.85 oz |
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 18-19 days. Fledging: 33-35 days.
Taille de la couvée
1-5
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Piciformes (Woodpeckers & Toucans) |
| Famille | Lybiidae (African Barbets) |
| Genus | Lybius |
| Espèces | Lybius torquatus |
Distribution
Black-collared Barbet has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Lybiidae family