About the Blue-throated Barbet
The blue-throated barbet is a green Asian barbet native to the foothills of the Himalayas and Southeast Asia. It inhabits lowland and montane forests at elevations of 200–2,000 m (660–6,560 ft), frequenting fruiting trees. Due to its green colour, it is difficult to spot but is easily located by its continual loud calls. Sexes are similar in most respects and share domestic duties.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Asian Barbets (Megalaimidae) |
| Species | Psilopogon asiaticus |
| Species Codes | bltbar2, BTBA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blue-throated Barbet belong to?
The Blue-throated Barbet (Psilopogon asiaticus) belongs to the Asian Barbets family (Megalaimidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Blue-throated Barbet?
The blue-throated barbet is a green Asian barbet native to the foothills of the Himalayas and Southeast Asia. It inhabits lowland and montane forests at elevations of 200–2,000 m (660–6,560 ft), frequenting fruiting trees. Due to its green colour, it is difficult to spot but is easily located by its...
Where can I report a Blue-throated Barbet sighting?
You can log sightings of Blue-throated Barbet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bltbar2, or on iNaturalist.
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