Necklaced Barbet
Psilopogon auricularis
The Necklaced Barbet (Psilopogon auricularis) is a rare asian barbet found in 2 countries, weighing about 64 g. The necklaced barbet is an Asian barbet species occurring in Laos and southern Vietnam, where it inhabits subtropical, lowland tropical moist forests and montane forests up to an altitude of 2,700 m (8,900 ft).
About the Necklaced Barbet
The necklaced barbet is an Asian barbet species occurring in Laos and southern Vietnam, where it inhabits subtropical, lowland tropical moist forests and montane forests up to an altitude of 2,700 m (8,900 ft).
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Where it lives
When to see it
Best months: January, February, March, April, May, November, December, with peak activity in March. It is a variable species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Necklaced Barbet look like?
- The necklaced barbet is an Asian barbet species occurring in Laos and southern Vietnam, where it inhabits subtropical, lowland tropical moist forests and montane forests up to an altitude of 2,700 m (8,900 ft).
- How big is a Necklaced Barbet?
- The Necklaced Barbet is a medium sized bird weighing about 64 g.
- Where can you see a Necklaced Barbet?
- The Necklaced Barbet occurs in 2 countries, including Vietnam and Laos.
- What birds look similar to a Necklaced Barbet?
- The Necklaced Barbet is most easily confused with the Red-vented Barbet, the Chinese Barbet and the Bornean Barbet.
- Is the Necklaced Barbet endangered?
- The Necklaced Barbet is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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