Fire-tufted Barbet
NameFire-tufted Barbet
Common NameFire-tufted Barbet
Scientific NamePsilopogon pyrolophus
FamilyMegalaimidae
Wingspan (cm)31
Length (cm)21
Weight (g)70
Plumage DetailsPredominantly bright green plumage. Features a prominent fiery red tuft on the forehead, bordered by yellow. The face has blue patches around the eyes and throat, with a black eye-stripe extending from the bill. The bill is black.
Vocalization / CallIts call is a distinctive, repetitive series of "ko-tek" or "tuk-tuk-tuk" notes, often described as monotonous and far-carrying.
Primary Dietfrugivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Malay Peninsula, found in the mountains of Malaysia and southern Thailand.
Identifying Featuresfiery red forehead tuft, yellow and blue facial markings, bright green body plumage, black bill
Description
The Fire-tufted Barbet is a striking, medium-sized barbet characterized by its vibrant green plumage and a distinctive fiery red tuft on its forehead. It inhabits montane forests, where it forages primarily for fruits and insects.
