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More About Barbets ...
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"Barbets are near passerine birds of the order Piciformes. They have a world-wide tropical distribution, but the greatest number of species is found in Africa.The barbets are plump birds, with short necks and large heads. They get their name from the bristles which fringe their heavy bills. Most species are brightly coloured".
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Taxonmony
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Phylum: Chordata
Class: Aves
Order: Piciformes
Family: Capitonidae
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Source: Wikipedia Read more about Barbets
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PICTURES (Click to enlarge)
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Blackcollared Barbet |
Fire-tufted Barbet |
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