Bearded Barbet
Pogonornis dubius
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<birdfyi-bird slug="pogonornis-dubius"></birdfyi-bird>The Bearded Barbet (Pogonornis dubius) is a bird species in the family Lybiidae (african barbets), within the order Piciformes (woodpeckers & toucans). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 22.1 cm and a weight of 94 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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À propos
The Bearded Barbet is a large, colorful barbet of the savanna woodlands and forest edges of West and Central Africa. It has a striking combination of red breast and belly, black upperparts, white cheeks, and a yellow eye ring, along with the characteristic beard-like bristles at the bill base. It feeds primarily on figs and other fruits, and also takes insects.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 22,1 cm | 8.7 in |
| Poids | 94,0 g | 3.32 oz |
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 16 days. Fledging: 40 days.
Taille de la couvée
2
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Piciformes (Woodpeckers & Toucans) |
| Famille | Lybiidae (African Barbets) |
| Genus | Pogonornis |
| Espèces | Pogonornis dubius |
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Foire aux questions
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Lybiidae family