Anchieta's Barbet
NameAnchieta's Barbet
Common NameAnchieta's Barbet
Scientific NameStactolaema anchietae
FamilyLybiidae
Wingspan (cm)31
Length (cm)19
Weight (g)45
Plumage DetailsDark brown plumage overall, with a striking white to pale yellow crown. The face and throat are mottled with white speckles, contrasting with the dark brown body and a stout, dark bill.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a distinctive series of 'kwa-kwa-kwa' notes, often delivered in a chorus by multiple birds.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in central and southern Africa, including Angola, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Zambia, and Tanzania.
Identifying FeaturesWhite/pale yellow crown, Dark brown body, Speckled white face and throat, Stout dark bill, Social behavior
Description
A medium-sized barbet with a dark brown body and distinctive white to pale yellow markings on its crown and face. These social birds are typically found in woodland habitats, feeding primarily on fruits and insects.
