About the Green Barbet
The Green Barbet (Cryptolybia olivacea) 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 grebar2 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 | Cryptolybia olivacea |
| Species Codes | grebar2, GRBA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Green Barbet belong to?
The Green Barbet (Cryptolybia olivacea) belongs to the African Barbets family (Lybiidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Green Barbet?
The Green 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 Green Barbet sighting?
You can log sightings of Green Barbet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code grebar2, or on iNaturalist.