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
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | African Barbets (Lybiidae) |
| Species | Pogoniulus atroflavus |
| Species Codes | rertin1, 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.