Fire-tufted Barbet

Fire-tufted Barbet

Psilopogon pyrolophus

Least Concern

Aves · Piciformes · Megalaimidae

About

The fire-tufted barbet is a species of bird in the Asian barbet family Megalaimidae. It is native to Peninsular Malaysia and Sumatra, where it inhabits tropical moist lowland and montane forests. It has been listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List since 2004. Its scientific name was proposed by Salomon Müller in 1836, who described a barbet from Sumatra.

Fun Fact

It has been listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List since 2004.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Feeds on figs, other fruits, arthropods and insects.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance