About the Southern Red-fronted Tinkerbird
The Southern Red-fronted Tinkerbird (Pogoniulus pusillus) 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 reftin4 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 pusillus |
| Species Codes | reftin4, SRFT, RFTI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Southern Red-fronted Tinkerbird belong to?
The Southern Red-fronted Tinkerbird (Pogoniulus pusillus) belongs to the African Barbets family (Lybiidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Southern Red-fronted Tinkerbird?
The Southern Red-fronted 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 Southern Red-fronted Tinkerbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Southern Red-fronted Tinkerbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code reftin4, or on iNaturalist.