Anchieta's Barbet
Stactolaema anchietae
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassAves (Birds)
- OrderPiciformes (Woodpeckers and Allies)
- FamilyLybiidae (African Barbets)
- GenusStactolaema (African Brown Barbets)
- SpeciesStactolaema anchietae (Anchieta's Barbet)
About the Anchieta's Barbet
Anchieta's barbet (Stactolaema anchietae) is a species of bird in the Lybiidae family. It is found in Angola, Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Zambia. It is named after the Portuguese naturalist and explorer José Alberto de Oliveira Anchieta.
The bird is 17.6–20 cm (6.9–7.9 in) long and weighs 36–54 g (1.3–1.9 oz), making it somewhat small amongst barbets. It is mainly brown, with a large black bill. It has a yellow head, yellow outer wings, and yellow rump. Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of Anchieta's Barbet in South Luangwa National Park
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Global Distribution
Warmer areas are where this animal is recorded most often.
Parks Where Found
| # | Park | Country | Daily sighting probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Luangwa National Park | 🇿🇲 Zambia |
More parks will be added in future updates.
Quick answers
What are the chances of seeing a Anchieta's Barbet in South Luangwa National Park?
Under 5% of wildlife watchers report a Anchieta's Barbet sighting in South Luangwa National Park, based on 7 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data.
When is the best time to see Anchieta's Barbet in South Luangwa National Park?
December has the highest sighting rate for Anchieta's Barbet in South Luangwa National Park in our monthly data.