About the Fire-tufted Barbet
The Fire-tufted Barbet (Psilopogon pyrolophus) 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 fitbar1 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 pyrolophus |
| Species Codes | fitbar1, FTBA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Fire-tufted Barbet belong to?
The Fire-tufted Barbet (Psilopogon pyrolophus) belongs to the Asian Barbets family (Megalaimidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Fire-tufted Barbet?
The Fire-tufted 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 Fire-tufted Barbet sighting?
You can log sightings of Fire-tufted Barbet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code fitbar1, or on iNaturalist.