About the Mountain Barbet
The Mountain Barbet (Psilopogon monticola) 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 moubar1 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 monticola |
| Species Codes | moubar1, MOBA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mountain Barbet belong to?
The Mountain Barbet (Psilopogon monticola) belongs to the Asian Barbets family (Megalaimidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Mountain Barbet?
The Mountain 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 Mountain Barbet sighting?
You can log sightings of Mountain Barbet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code moubar1, or on iNaturalist.