Versicolored Barbet
NameVersicolored Barbet
Common NameVersicolored Barbet
Scientific NameEubucco versicolor
FamilyCapitonidae
Wingspan (cm)30
Length (cm)16.5
Weight (g)37.5
Plumage DetailsMales feature a striking bright red crown, a blue face, and green upperparts. The throat and breast are yellow, with a prominent red band across the lower breast. The bill is pale greenish-yellow. Females are similar but generally duller, with less extensive red on the crown and more green/yellow on the head.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations typically consist of soft, repetitive 'poop' or 'hoot' notes, often delivered in a monotonous, rhythmic series.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the Andes mountain range of South America, specifically ranging from southern Colombia through Ecuador and Peru, into Bolivia.
Identifying FeaturesBright red crown (male), Blue face, Yellow throat and breast with red band (male), Green body plumage, Pale greenish-yellow bill, Stocky build
Description
The Versicolored Barbet is a small, stocky bird known for its exceptionally vibrant plumage, particularly in males. It inhabits humid montane forests, where it forages primarily for fruits and insects.
