About the Brown-breasted Barbet
The Brown-breasted Barbet (Pogonornis melanopterus) 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 brbbar1 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 | Pogonornis melanopterus |
| Species Codes | brbbar1, BBBA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brown-breasted Barbet belong to?
The Brown-breasted Barbet (Pogonornis melanopterus) belongs to the African Barbets family (Lybiidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Brown-breasted Barbet?
The Brown-breasted 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 Brown-breasted Barbet sighting?
You can log sightings of Brown-breasted Barbet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code brbbar1, or on iNaturalist.