Black-backed Barbet

Black-backed Barbet

Pogonornis minor

Least Concern

Aves · Piciformes · Lybiidae

About

The white-faced barbet or black-backed barbet is a species of bird in the Lybiidae family. It is found in Gabon, Angola, Zambia, Republic of the Congo and Democratic Republic of the Congo. The habitat it is normally found in is riverine woodland and forest edges.

Fun Fact

The common name 'white-faced barbet' recently applied to the species Pogonornis macclounii, which has since been relegated to a subspecies of Pogonornis minor.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in is riverine woodland and forest edges.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance