Bearded Barbet

The Bearded Barbet is a common resident breeder in tropical west Africa. It is an arboreal species of gardens and wooded country which eats fruit, although the young are fed on insects. It nests in a tree hole, laying 2 white eggs.

The Bearded Barbet is classified as Least Concern. Does not qualify for a more at risk category. Widespread and abundant taxa are included in this category.

The Bearded Barbet (Lybius dubius) is an African barbet. Barbets and toucans are a group of near passerine birds with a worldwide tropical distribution. The barbets get their name from the bristles which fringe their heavy bills. The Bearded Barbet is a common resident breeder in tropical west Africa. It is an arboreal species of gardens and wooded country which eats fruit, although the young are fed on insects. It nests in a tree hole, laying 2 white eggs. More

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The Bearded Barbet is found in well-wooded areas with plentiful fig trees. It will enter gardens for fruit. It forms social groups of 4-5 birds and pairs or groups roost together in a tree cavity. Bearded Barbet feeding Bearded Barbet Description This is a conspicuous, large barbet at 26 cm. It is fairly plump, with a short neck, large head and a shortish tail. More

The Bearded barbet is found in wooded grasslands of western and central Africa. Natural diet: This species eats fruit and insects. Size / weight range: Bearded barbets grow to be 25 cm long (10 inches) and weigh 80-108g (about 3 ounces) Interesting facts: The hair-like feathers around the base of the birds’ bill give the appearance of a beard and are the source of their name. More

Like many barbets, the bearded barbet has a strong bill with 'teeth' or grooves. Habitat: Bearded barbets live in dry, arid areas throughout western Africa in trees like Acacia, baobabs and figs. They prefer thickets, open woods and secondary undergrowth. Suitable habitat must include dead trees, branches or stumps for nesting. Habits and Diet: Bearded barbets are primarily frugivorous. They will obtain their food from wild or cultivated trees. More

The Bearded Barbet is one of the largest members of the Barbet family. It is uncommon and localised prefering riverine forest and woodland in dry savanna areas. Parties often gather at fruiting trees. The pair in the photos were very vocal but unfortunately high up in a tall tree which gave a nasty silhouetted photo in harsh light conditions. The photos were taken on the long approach dirt track to the Campement du Buffle Noir in Benoue National Park. Video clip on http://ibc.hbw.com/ibc/index. More

the Bearded Barbet has black feathery whiskers resembling a beard around its bill. Whenever several bearded barbets get together, they engage in spirited displays, swinging their tails, showing their white flank patches, and bowing up and down. They feed chiefly on tree fruits and palm nuts, but are also know to dine on termites and other insects. Canon EOS 10D ,Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM 1/160s f/7.1 at 280.0mm iso800 with flash (1. More

Distribution: The Bearded Barbet lives along the Ivory Coast in Africa, central Nigeria, central Cameroon to northwest Central African Republic. There is some presence in Chad, Guinea and Ghana. Habitat: Woodland, thickets and orchards in dry areas. Food: The feeding habits of the Bearded Barbet include eating of fruit from both wild or cultivated trees, dispersing seeds along the way. They also consume some insects. They will drink at nearly every chance, usually from tree crevices. More

The Bearded Barbet (Lybius dubius) is a species of bird that is found in tropical west Africa. It is found mostly in trees around wooded country and also gardens. The barbets get their name from the bristles which fringe their heavy bills. The adult is 10.25 inches in length. It is fairly plump, has a short neck and a large head. The tail is somewhat short. It has a black crown, back, tail and breast band. More

Bearded Barbet is gets its name from the bristles which fringe its heavy bills. Image Source The Bearded Barbet is a common resident breeder in tropical West Africa. It is an arboreal species of gardens and wooded country which eats fruits. This is a conspicuous, large barbet at 26 cm. The massive bill is very thick and yellow. Sexes are similar. More

With a length of 25cm and a weight of 80-108g, the bearded barbet is the second largest of the African arboreal barbets, topped only by the black-breasted barbet (Lybius rolleti). The plumage is dominated by black on the head, back, wings, tail and lower chest. The upper breast is red as is most of the lower breast, although the lower is mixed with white. A band of black feathers separates the two areas. Yellow skin surrounds their eyes. Sexes look similar. More

Bearded Barbet - Lybius dubius - North American Regional Studbook (First Edition) Compiled By: Anne Tieber Saint Louis Zoo January 18, 2007 Piciformes Navigation Home * Back to Piciformes Home * Regional Collection Plan (PDF document) * Green Aracari PMP * Conservation & Husbandry Projects More

Female Bearded Barbet - Note spots on flank After a few days in a large cage, the four birds were placed in an aviary measuring 8ft deep x 5ft wide x 6ft high (approx. 2.4m deep x 1.5m wide x 1.8m high). This is one of a series of flights having the rear and one side enclosed as is the rear half of the roof. Therefore the birds were only exposed at the front. More

Bearded barbets are named for their bristly beard of feathers. They are native to the Ivory Coast of Africa. All artwork is the property of Matthew Bohan. No portion may be copied, duplicated, or used without the artist's written permission. All rights reserved. More