About the Western Bearded-Greenbul
The Western Bearded-Greenbul (Criniger barbatus) is a species of bird in the Bulbuls family (Pycnonotidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 161 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code wesbeg1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Bulbuls (Pycnonotidae) |
| Species | Criniger barbatus |
| Species Codes | wesbeg1, WBGR, WEBG |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Western Bearded-Greenbul belong to?
The Western Bearded-Greenbul (Criniger barbatus) belongs to the Bulbuls family (Pycnonotidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Western Bearded-Greenbul?
The Western Bearded-Greenbul is a member of the Bulbuls family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Western Bearded-Greenbul sighting?
You can log sightings of Western Bearded-Greenbul on eBird (ebird.org) using species code wesbeg1, or on iNaturalist.