Red-and-yellow Barbet
NameRed-and-yellow Barbet
Common NameRed-and-yellow Barbet
Scientific NameTrachyphonus erythrocephalus
FamilyLybiidae
Wingspan (cm)28
Length (cm)22.5
Weight (g)60
Plumage DetailsMales feature a bright red crown, face, and throat, transitioning to a yellow breast and belly. The back is black with prominent white spots, and the wings are greenish-yellow. The tail is black with distinct yellow barring.
Vocalization / CallKnown for loud, rhythmic duets, often described as a series of 'kwa-kwa-kwa' or 'krr-krr-krr' notes that can accelerate.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsgrassland, forest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in East Africa, including parts of Ethiopia, Somalia, Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.
Identifying Featuresbright red head, face, and throat, yellow breast and belly, black back with white spots, stout, conical bill, yellow-barred tail
Description
This striking barbet is known for its vibrant red and yellow plumage, contrasting with a black back adorned with white spots. It is typically found in dry bushland and savannas, where it forages for fruits and insects, often in pairs.
