About the Brown Barbet
The Brown Barbet (Caloramphus fuliginosus) is a species of bird in the Asian Barbets family (Megalaimidae), within the order Piciformes. This family contains 35 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code brnbar2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Asian Barbets (Megalaimidae) |
| Species | Caloramphus fuliginosus |
| Species Codes | brnbar2, BBBA, BRBA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brown Barbet belong to?
The Brown Barbet (Caloramphus fuliginosus) belongs to the Asian Barbets family (Megalaimidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Brown Barbet?
The Brown Barbet is a member of the Asian Barbets family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Brown Barbet sighting?
You can log sightings of Brown Barbet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code brnbar2, or on iNaturalist.