Brown-breasted Barbet
Brown-breasted Barbet
100
1 week ago
door
Henk Spuijbroek
Points:
100
The Brown-breasted Barbet is a medium-sized African barbet with a distinctive brown breast band, a red head, and streaked or spotted underparts. It is found in dry woodlands.
Where to spot
Dry woodlands, acacia savannas, and scrubland in East Africa, including Kenya, Tanzania, and Somalia.
How to spot
Listen for its characteristic resonant calls. Look for its red head and prominent brown breast band as it perches in trees or forages among branches.
When to spot
Year-round; most vocal during the breeding season. Active throughout the day.
Where to spot
Dry woodlands, acacia savannas, and scrubland in East Africa, including Kenya, Tanzania, and Somalia.
How to spot
Listen for its characteristic resonant calls. Look for its red head and prominent brown breast band as it perches in trees or forages among branches.
When to spot
Year-round; most vocal during the breeding season. Active throughout the day.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Brown-breasted Barbets are known for their habit of excavating nest holes in dead trees, often choosing softer wood that is easier to carve.
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