Red-vented Barbet
NameRed-vented Barbet
Common NameRed-vented Barbet
Scientific NamePsilopogon lagrandieri
FamilyMegalaimidae
Wingspan (cm)45
Length (cm)31.5
Weight (g)165
Plumage DetailsThe body plumage is predominantly green. The head is dark blue to blackish, and the most prominent feature is the bright red patch on the vent (under the tail). It possesses a stout, pale yellowish bill.
Vocalization / CallKnown for its loud, repetitive, and often monotonous calls, typically a series of 'ko-tok' or 'took-a-rook' notes, often given from a high perch.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to Indochina, found in Laos, Vietnam, and Cambodia.
Identifying FeaturesRed vent, Predominantly green body, Dark blue/blackish head, Stout pale bill, Large size for a barbet
Description
A large, stout-billed barbet primarily green with a dark blue head and a distinctive red vent. It typically forages in the forest canopy, feeding on fruits and insects and is known for its loud, repetitive calls.
