About the Great Barbet
The Great Barbet (Psilopogon virens) 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 grebar1 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 virens |
| Species Codes | grebar1, GRBA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Great Barbet belong to?
The Great Barbet (Psilopogon virens) belongs to the Asian Barbets family (Megalaimidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Great Barbet?
The Great 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 Great Barbet sighting?
You can log sightings of Great Barbet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code grebar1, or on iNaturalist.