About the Vieillot's Barbet
The Vieillot's Barbet (Lybius vieilloti) 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 viebar1 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 vieilloti |
| Species Codes | viebar1, VIBA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Vieillot's Barbet belong to?
The Vieillot's Barbet (Lybius vieilloti) belongs to the African Barbets family (Lybiidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Vieillot's Barbet?
The Vieillot's 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 Vieillot's Barbet sighting?
You can log sightings of Vieillot's Barbet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code viebar1, or on iNaturalist.