About the Red-and-yellow Barbet
The Red-and-yellow Barbet (Trachyphonus erythrocephalus) 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 raybar1 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 | Trachyphonus erythrocephalus |
| Species Codes | raybar1, RAYB |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-and-yellow Barbet belong to?
The Red-and-yellow Barbet (Trachyphonus erythrocephalus) belongs to the African Barbets family (Lybiidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Red-and-yellow Barbet?
The Red-and-yellow 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 Red-and-yellow Barbet sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-and-yellow Barbet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code raybar1, or on iNaturalist.