Gold-whiskered Barbet
Gold-whiskered Barbet
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16 hours ago
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The Golden-whiskered Barbet is a beautiful Asian barbet, characterized by its vibrant green plumage, blue face, red throat, and prominent golden-yellow 'whiskers' extending from its bill.
Where to spot
Humid lowland and montane forests, forest edges, and mature secondary growth in Southeast Asia, including the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, and Borneo.
How to spot
Listen for its loud, resonant 'kut-kut-kut' calls. Look for its bright colors and distinctive golden whiskers in fruiting trees or perched conspicuously in the canopy.
When to spot
Year-round; most active and vocal during the morning hours.
Where to spot
Humid lowland and montane forests, forest edges, and mature secondary growth in Southeast Asia, including the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, and Borneo.
How to spot
Listen for its loud, resonant 'kut-kut-kut' calls. Look for its bright colors and distinctive golden whiskers in fruiting trees or perched conspicuously in the canopy.
When to spot
Year-round; most active and vocal during the morning hours.
The Golden-whiskered Barbet's 'whiskers' are actually specialized bristles that may help in sensing food or in display.
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- 85 (Seen in the last 3 months)
- Last spotted
- 16 hours ago
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