About the Yellow-rumped Tinkerbird
The Yellow-rumped Tinkerbird (Pogoniulus bilineatus) 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 yertin1 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 | Pogoniulus bilineatus |
| Species Codes | yertin1, YRTI, YRCT |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Yellow-rumped Tinkerbird belong to?
The Yellow-rumped Tinkerbird (Pogoniulus bilineatus) belongs to the African Barbets family (Lybiidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Yellow-rumped Tinkerbird?
The Yellow-rumped Tinkerbird 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 Yellow-rumped Tinkerbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Yellow-rumped Tinkerbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code yertin1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in African Barbets 43 species
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