Blue-eared Barbet
NameBlue-eared Barbet
Common NameBlue-eared Barbet
Scientific NamePsilopogon cyanotis
FamilyMegalaimidae
Wingspan (cm)26.5
Length (cm)16.5
Weight (g)37.5
Plumage DetailsPredominantly grass-green body plumage. Features a black crown, bright blue ear-coverts, and a blue throat. The face also displays striking red and orange markings, including a red forehead and orange post-ocular stripe.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations typically consist of a repetitive, somewhat monotonous 'ko-tek' or 'po-pok' call, often delivered in a series.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeNative to Southeast Asia, its range extends across Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, India, Laos, Myanmar, Nepal, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Identifying Featuresbright green plumage, black crown, blue ear-coverts, red and orange facial markings, stout dark bill
Description
This small, stocky barbet is predominantly green, blending well with its forest habitat. It is an arboreal species, typically found in the canopy where it forages for fruits and insects.
