Yellow-breasted Barbet
NameYellow-breasted Barbet
Common NameYellow-breasted Barbet
Scientific NameTrachyphonus margaritatus
FamilyLybiidae
Wingspan (cm)30
Length (cm)21.5
Weight (g)60
Plumage DetailsAdults have a bright yellow breast, black crown, and a yellow-streaked nape. The back and wings are black with prominent white spots, and a distinctive red patch is visible on the vent. The stout bill is reddish-orange.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a distinctive, often repetitive, trilling or bubbling call, sometimes described as a 'trrr-trrr-trrr' or 'kik-kik-kik' series.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, grassland, desert, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across a broad band of sub-Saharan Africa, from Mauritania and Senegal east through Mali, Niger, Chad, Sudan, Eritrea, and Ethiopia.
Identifying Featuresbright yellow breast, black crown, white-spotted black back and wings, red vent patch, stout reddish-orange bill
Description
This striking barbet is characterized by its bright yellow breast and black-spotted upperparts. It inhabits dry savannas and open woodlands, where it forages for insects and fruits. The image shows an adult feeding a juvenile, highlighting their parental care.
