About the Western Tinkerbird
The western tinkerbird is a species of bird in the family Lybiidae native to Central Africa, where it has been recorded at altitudes from 900 to 3,030 m.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | African Barbets (Lybiidae) |
| Species | Pogoniulus coryphaea |
| Species Codes | westin1, WGTI, WETI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Western Tinkerbird belong to?
The Western Tinkerbird (Pogoniulus coryphaea) belongs to the African Barbets family (Lybiidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Western Tinkerbird?
The western tinkerbird is a species of bird in the family Lybiidae native to Central Africa, where it has been recorded at altitudes from 900 to 3,030 m....
Where can I report a Western Tinkerbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Western Tinkerbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code westin1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Piciformes
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Quick Stats
Piciformes
Order
43
Species in Family
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