Gilded Barbet (Capito auratus) — Least Concern Aves

Gilded Barbet

Capito auratus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Piciformes · Capitonidae

About

The gilded barbet is a species of bird in the family Capitonidae, the New World barbets, and a close relative of the toucans.

Fun Fact

Like other New World barbets, the gilded barbet is a thickset, relatively large-headed bird with a stubby bill.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela, in the Orinoco River Basin and western Amazon Basin.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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