About the Green Tinkerbird
The Green Tinkerbird (Pogoniulus simplex) 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 gretin2 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 | Pogoniulus simplex |
| Species Codes | gretin2, GRTI, EGTI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Green Tinkerbird belong to?
The Green Tinkerbird (Pogoniulus simplex) belongs to the African Barbets family (Lybiidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Green Tinkerbird?
The Green Tinkerbird 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 Green Tinkerbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Green Tinkerbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code gretin2, or on iNaturalist.