About the Black-throated Barbet
The Black-throated Barbet (Tricholaema melanocephala) 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 bltbar1 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 | Tricholaema melanocephala |
| Species Codes | bltbar1, BTBA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-throated Barbet belong to?
The Black-throated Barbet (Tricholaema melanocephala) belongs to the African Barbets family (Lybiidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Black-throated Barbet?
The Black-throated 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 Black-throated Barbet sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-throated Barbet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bltbar1, or on iNaturalist.