Adult (Black-backed) © Nigel Voaden eBird S17344412 Macaulay Library ML 47380941
Adult (Brown-backed) © Lars Petersson | My World of Bird Photography
Adult (Black-backed) © Nigel Voaden
Adult (Brown-backed) © Peter Kaestner

Black-backed Barbet Pogonornis minor

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Identification

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A large chunky barbet with a pale bill, red crown and apricot belly-patch. Variable, some authorities consider it two species; western populations are mostly brownish on the face, while those farther east have contrasting dark upperparts and white underparts. Immatures are duller. Pairs are resident in woodland, riverine forest and gardens, where they are unobtrusive. Calls a harsh “krek” and a trilled toy-like buzzing similar to Broad-billed Roller.

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