About the Yellow-breasted Barbet
The Yellow-breasted Barbet (Trachyphonus margaritatus) 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 yebbar2 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 | Trachyphonus margaritatus |
| Species Codes | yebbar2, YBBA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Yellow-breasted Barbet belong to?
The Yellow-breasted Barbet (Trachyphonus margaritatus) belongs to the African Barbets family (Lybiidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Yellow-breasted Barbet?
The Yellow-breasted 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 Yellow-breasted Barbet sighting?
You can log sightings of Yellow-breasted Barbet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code yebbar2, or on iNaturalist.