About the Red-rumped Tinkerbird
The Red-rumped Tinkerbird (Pogoniulus atroflavus) 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 rertin1 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 atroflavus |
| Species Codes | rertin1, RRTI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-rumped Tinkerbird belong to?
The Red-rumped Tinkerbird (Pogoniulus atroflavus) belongs to the African Barbets family (Lybiidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Red-rumped Tinkerbird?
The Red-rumped 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 Red-rumped Tinkerbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-rumped Tinkerbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rertin1, or on iNaturalist.