About the Bearded Barbet
The Bearded Barbet (Pogonornis dubius) is a species of bird in the African Barbets family (Lybiidae), within the order Piciformes. This family contains 43 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code beabar1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | African Barbets (Lybiidae) |
| Species | Pogonornis dubius |
| Species Codes | beabar1, BEBA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Bearded Barbet belong to?
The Bearded Barbet (Pogonornis dubius) belongs to the African Barbets family (Lybiidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Bearded Barbet?
The Bearded Barbet is a member of the African Barbets family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Bearded Barbet sighting?
You can log sightings of Bearded Barbet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code beabar1, or on iNaturalist.