Chaplin's Barbet
NameChaplin's Barbet
Common NameChaplin's Barbet
Scientific NameLybius chaplini
FamilyLybiidae
Wingspan (cm)30
Length (cm)18.5
Weight (g)55
Plumage DetailsThe plumage is predominantly white on the head, breast, and belly. The back and wings are brown, often with some yellow streaking on the wings. A prominent red patch is present on the forehead and extends around the eye, contrasting with the otherwise white head. The bill is dark.
Vocalization / CallKnown for its distinctive, repetitive 'kwa-kwa-kwa' or 'pup-pup-pup' calls, which are often given in duets between pairs.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest, grassland
Conservation Statusvulnerable
Geographic RangeEndemic to Zambia, primarily found in the central and southern parts of the country, particularly in miombo woodlands.
Identifying FeaturesWhite head and underparts, Brown back and wings, Red forehead patch, Dark, stout bill, Endemic to Zambia
Description
Chaplin's Barbet is a medium-sized barbet characterized by its striking white plumage and a distinctive red patch on its forehead. This arboreal species is endemic to Zambia, where it forages for fruits and insects in woodland habitats.
