About the Gold-whiskered Barbet
The Gold-whiskered Barbet (Psilopogon chrysopogon) is a species of bird in the Asian Barbets family (Megalaimidae), within the order Piciformes. This family contains 35 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code gowbar2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Asian Barbets (Megalaimidae) |
| Species | Psilopogon chrysopogon |
| Species Codes | gowbar2, GWBA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Gold-whiskered Barbet belong to?
The Gold-whiskered Barbet (Psilopogon chrysopogon) belongs to the Asian Barbets family (Megalaimidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Gold-whiskered Barbet?
The Gold-whiskered Barbet is a member of the Asian Barbets family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Gold-whiskered Barbet sighting?
You can log sightings of Gold-whiskered Barbet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code gowbar2, or on iNaturalist.