About the Black-spotted Barbet
The Black-spotted Barbet (Capito niger) is a species of bird in the New World Barbets family (Capitonidae), within the order Piciformes. This family contains 15 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code blsbar1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | New World Barbets (Capitonidae) |
| Species | Capito niger |
| Species Codes | blsbar1, BSBA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-spotted Barbet belong to?
The Black-spotted Barbet (Capito niger) belongs to the New World Barbets family (Capitonidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Black-spotted Barbet?
The Black-spotted Barbet is a member of the New World Barbets family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Black-spotted Barbet sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-spotted Barbet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blsbar1, or on iNaturalist.