About the Crested Barbet
The Crested Barbet (Trachyphonus vaillantii) 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 crebar1 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 | Trachyphonus vaillantii |
| Species Codes | crebar1, CRBA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Crested Barbet belong to?
The Crested Barbet (Trachyphonus vaillantii) belongs to the African Barbets family (Lybiidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Crested Barbet?
The Crested 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 Crested Barbet sighting?
You can log sightings of Crested Barbet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code crebar1, or on iNaturalist.