About the Red-headed Barbet
The Red-headed Barbet (Eubucco bourcierii) is a species of bird in the New World Barbets family (Capitonidae), within the order Piciformes. This family contains 15 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code rehbar1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | New World Barbets (Capitonidae) |
| Species | Eubucco bourcierii |
| Species Codes | rehbar1, RHBA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-headed Barbet belong to?
The Red-headed Barbet (Eubucco bourcierii) belongs to the New World Barbets family (Capitonidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Red-headed Barbet?
The Red-headed Barbet is a member of the New World Barbets family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Red-headed Barbet sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-headed Barbet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rehbar1, or on iNaturalist.