About the Moustached Tinkerbird
The Moustached Tinkerbird (Pogoniulus leucomystax) 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 moutin1 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 | Pogoniulus leucomystax |
| Species Codes | moutin1, MOTI, MGTI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Moustached Tinkerbird belong to?
The Moustached Tinkerbird (Pogoniulus leucomystax) belongs to the African Barbets family (Lybiidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Moustached Tinkerbird?
The Moustached Tinkerbird 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 Moustached Tinkerbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Moustached Tinkerbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code moutin1, or on iNaturalist.