Scarlet-hooded Barbet
NameScarlet-hooded Barbet
Common NameScarlet-hooded Barbet
Scientific NameEubucco bourcierii
FamilyCapitonidae
Wingspan (cm)27
Length (cm)15.5
Weight (g)35
Plumage DetailsMales feature a bright scarlet hood covering the head and throat, bordered by a narrow black line on the nape. The back and wings are olive-green, with a yellow belly that may have an orange wash. The bill is pale yellow.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations consist of soft, hooting notes, often described as 'poop-poop-poop' or 'too-too-too', which can sometimes accelerate into a trill.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the Andes mountains, ranging from Costa Rica and Panama south through Colombia, Ecuador, and northern Peru.
Identifying Featuresbright scarlet head (male), olive-green back, yellow belly, pale yellow bill, small size
Description
The Scarlet-hooded Barbet is a small, colorful bird known for its striking red head in males and olive-green body. It typically forages in the mid-story of humid montane forests, often alone or in pairs, feeding on fruits and insects.
