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Red-rumped Tinkerbird

Pogoniulus atroflavus · Species of bird
Order
Piciformes
Codes
rertin1, RRTI

About the Red-rumped Tinkerbird

The red-rumped tinkerbird is a small bird species in the Lybiidae family. It is widely distributed across the tropical rainforests of mid-western Africa. This species is monotypic, with no recognized subspecies. Measuring approximately 12–13 cm in length and weighing 14–21.5 g, the Red-rumped Tinkerbird is noted for its distinct coloration—a yellow chest, black head and back, and red lower back or rump that gives the species its name. The wings are black with yellow-tipped feathers, and younger birds tend to display duller plumage with a yellowish bill.

Source: Wikipedia

Taxonomy & Classification

KingdomAnimalia
PhylumChordata
ClassAves
OrderPiciformes
FamilyAfrican Barbets (Lybiidae)
SpeciesPogoniulus atroflavus
Species Codesrertin1, RRTI

Frequently Asked Questions

What family does the Red-rumped Tinkerbird belong to?

The Red-rumped Tinkerbird (Pogoniulus atroflavus) belongs to the African Barbets family (Lybiidae), in the order Piciformes.

How can I identify the Red-rumped Tinkerbird?

The red-rumped tinkerbird is a small bird species in the Lybiidae family. It is widely distributed across the tropical rainforests of mid-western Africa. This species is monotypic, with no recognized subspecies. Measuring approximately 12–13 cm in length and weighing 14–21.5 g, the Red-rumped Tinker...

Where can I report a Red-rumped Tinkerbird sighting?

You can log sightings of Red-rumped Tinkerbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rertin1, or on iNaturalist.