About the Sooty Barbet
The Sooty Barbet (Caloramphus hayii) is a species of bird in the Asian Barbets family (Megalaimidae), within the order Piciformes. This family contains 35 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code soobar2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Asian Barbets (Megalaimidae) |
| Species | Caloramphus hayii |
| Species Codes | soobar2, MBBA, SOBA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sooty Barbet belong to?
The Sooty Barbet (Caloramphus hayii) belongs to the Asian Barbets family (Megalaimidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Sooty Barbet?
The Sooty Barbet is a member of the Asian Barbets family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Sooty Barbet sighting?
You can log sightings of Sooty Barbet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code soobar2, or on iNaturalist.