Black-collared Barbet
Where to spot
Woodlands, savannas, gardens, and suburban areas across a wide range in Southern and East Africa, from Kenya to South Africa.
How to spot
Listen for its unmistakable duetting call. Look for it perched conspicuously in trees or on telephone wires, often in pairs. Its red head and black collar are unmistakable.
When to spot
Year-round; highly vocal and active throughout the day, especially in the breeding season.
Where to spot
Woodlands, savannas, gardens, and suburban areas across a wide range in Southern and East Africa, from Kenya to South Africa.
How to spot
Listen for its unmistakable duetting call. Look for it perched conspicuously in trees or on telephone wires, often in pairs. Its red head and black collar are unmistakable.
When to spot
Year-round; highly vocal and active throughout the day, especially in the breeding season.
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This barbet is famous for its loud, repetitive 'too-puddly-too' or 'tock-tock-tock' call, often given as a duet by a pair, creating a familiar sound in many African landscapes.
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- 1 month ago door Eryss
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