Sladen's Barbet
Sladen's Barbet
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Sladen's Barbet is a relatively large and dark African barbet, often appearing drab with a bare, reddish-tinged facial patch. It is a social species found in humid forests.
Where to spot
Humid lowland and montane forests in a restricted range in the Albertine Rift region of eastern Democratic Republic of Congo and western Uganda.
How to spot
Listen for its loud, chattering calls, often heard before the bird is seen. Scan the mid to upper canopy for dark-bodied barbets, particularly around fruiting trees.
When to spot
Year-round; often active and vocal during the early morning and late afternoon.
Where to spot
Humid lowland and montane forests in a restricted range in the Albertine Rift region of eastern Democratic Republic of Congo and western Uganda.
How to spot
Listen for its loud, chattering calls, often heard before the bird is seen. Scan the mid to upper canopy for dark-bodied barbets, particularly around fruiting trees.
When to spot
Year-round; often active and vocal during the early morning and late afternoon.
Like other members of its genus, Sladen's Barbet is known for its loud, resonant calls, which are often given by multiple birds in a chorus, creating a characteristic sound of the African forest.
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