About the Red-faced Barbet
The Red-faced Barbet (Lybius rubrifacies) 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 refbar1 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 | Lybius rubrifacies |
| Species Codes | refbar1, RFBA |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-faced Barbet belong to?
The Red-faced Barbet (Lybius rubrifacies) belongs to the African Barbets family (Lybiidae), in the order Piciformes.
What is the conservation status of the Red-faced Barbet?
The Red-faced Barbet is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Red-faced Barbet?
The Red-faced 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 Red-faced Barbet sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-faced Barbet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code refbar1, or on iNaturalist.