About the Sladen's Barbet
The Sladen's Barbet (Gymnobucco sladeni) 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 slabar1 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 | Gymnobucco sladeni |
| Species Codes | slabar1, SLBA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sladen's Barbet belong to?
The Sladen's Barbet (Gymnobucco sladeni) belongs to the African Barbets family (Lybiidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Sladen's Barbet?
The Sladen's 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 Sladen's Barbet sighting?
You can log sightings of Sladen's Barbet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code slabar1, or on iNaturalist.