About the Chinese Barbet
The Chinese Barbet (Psilopogon faber) 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 chibar1 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 | Psilopogon faber |
| Species Codes | chibar1, CHBA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chinese Barbet belong to?
The Chinese Barbet (Psilopogon faber) belongs to the Asian Barbets family (Megalaimidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Chinese Barbet?
The Chinese 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 Chinese Barbet sighting?
You can log sightings of Chinese Barbet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chibar1, or on iNaturalist.