About the Gilded Barbet
The Gilded Barbet (Capito auratus) is a species of bird in the New World Barbets family (Capitonidae), within the order Piciformes. This family contains 15 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code gilbar1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | New World Barbets (Capitonidae) |
| Species | Capito auratus |
| Species Codes | gilbar1, GIBA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Gilded Barbet belong to?
The Gilded Barbet (Capito auratus) belongs to the New World Barbets family (Capitonidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Gilded Barbet?
The Gilded Barbet is a member of the New World Barbets family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Gilded Barbet sighting?
You can log sightings of Gilded Barbet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code gilbar1, or on iNaturalist.