Black-eared Barbet
Psilopogon duvaucelii
The Black-eared Barbet (Psilopogon duvaucelii) is a uncommon asian barbet found in 13 countries, weighing about 33 g. The black-eared barbet is a barbet in the family Megalaimidae native to Peninsular Malaysia, Sumatra and Borneo.
About the Black-eared Barbet
The black-eared barbet is a barbet in the family Megalaimidae native to Peninsular Malaysia, Sumatra and Borneo. It inhabits shrubland and forest up to an altitude of 1,200 m (3,900 ft). Because of its large range it is listed as least concern on the IUCN Red List.
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Where it lives
Recorded as a rare visitor in Nepal.
When to see it
The Black-eared Barbet can be seen all year round, with peak activity in March. It is a resident species across most of its range.
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Quick questions
- What does a Black-eared Barbet look like?
- The black-eared barbet is a barbet in the family Megalaimidae native to Peninsular Malaysia, Sumatra and Borneo.
- How big is a Black-eared Barbet?
- The Black-eared Barbet is a small sized bird weighing about 33 g.
- Where can you see a Black-eared Barbet?
- The Black-eared Barbet occurs in 13 countries, including Thailand, Malaysia, India, Vietnam and Cambodia.
- What birds look similar to a Black-eared Barbet?
- The Black-eared Barbet is most easily confused with the Malabar Barbet, the Golden-throated Barbet and the Crimson-fronted Barbet.
- Is the Black-eared Barbet endangered?
- The Black-eared Barbet is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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