About the Western Yellow-billed Barbet
The Western Yellow-billed Barbet (Trachylaemus goffinii) 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 yebbar1 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 | Trachylaemus goffinii |
| Species Codes | yebbar1, WYBB |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Western Yellow-billed Barbet belong to?
The Western Yellow-billed Barbet (Trachylaemus goffinii) belongs to the African Barbets family (Lybiidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Western Yellow-billed Barbet?
The Western Yellow-billed 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 Western Yellow-billed Barbet sighting?
You can log sightings of Western Yellow-billed Barbet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code yebbar1, or on iNaturalist.