About the Turquoise-throated Barbet
The Turquoise-throated Barbet (Psilopogon chersonesus) 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 tutbar1 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 | Psilopogon chersonesus |
| Species Codes | tutbar1, TTBA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Turquoise-throated Barbet belong to?
The Turquoise-throated Barbet (Psilopogon chersonesus) belongs to the Asian Barbets family (Megalaimidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Turquoise-throated Barbet?
The Turquoise-throated 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 Turquoise-throated Barbet sighting?
You can log sightings of Turquoise-throated Barbet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code tutbar1, or on iNaturalist.