Whyte's Barbet
Stactolaema whytii
The Whyte's Barbet (Stactolaema whytii) is a rare african barbet found in 5 countries, weighing about 56 g. Whyte's barbet is a species of bird in the family Lybiidae.
About the Whyte's Barbet
Whyte's barbet is a species of bird in the family Lybiidae. It is found in Malawi, Mozambique, Tanzania, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.
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Where it lives
Recorded as a rare visitor in South Africa.
When to see it
The Whyte's Barbet can be seen all year round, with peak activity in November. It is a resident species across most of its range.
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Quick questions
- What does a Whyte's Barbet look like?
- Whyte's barbet is a species of bird in the family Lybiidae.
- How big is a Whyte's Barbet?
- The Whyte's Barbet is a small sized bird weighing about 56 g.
- Where can you see a Whyte's Barbet?
- The Whyte's Barbet occurs in 5 countries, including Zimbabwe, Malawi, Zambia and Tanzania.
- What birds look similar to a Whyte's Barbet?
- The Whyte's Barbet is most easily confused with the Anchieta's Barbet and the White-eared Barbet.
- Is the Whyte's Barbet endangered?
- The Whyte's Barbet is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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