About the Scarlet-banded Barbet
The Scarlet-banded Barbet (Capito wallacei) 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 scbbar2 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 | Capito wallacei |
| Species Codes | scbbar2, SBBA |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Scarlet-banded Barbet belong to?
The Scarlet-banded Barbet (Capito wallacei) belongs to the New World Barbets family (Capitonidae), in the order Piciformes.
What is the conservation status of the Scarlet-banded Barbet?
The Scarlet-banded Barbet is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Scarlet-banded Barbet?
The Scarlet-banded 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 Scarlet-banded Barbet sighting?
You can log sightings of Scarlet-banded Barbet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code scbbar2, or on iNaturalist.