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Yellow-eared Barbet (Psilopogon australis)

Yellow-eared Barbet

Psilopogon australis

Least Concern

Overview

The yellow-eared barbet (Psilopogon australis) is an Asian barbet species classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. It is a bird native to the islands of Java and Bali.

Identification

  • The species is characterised by yellow cheeks and breast, as described in its original scientific account.

Habitat

Native to Java and Bali, the yellow-eared barbet inhabits shrubland and forest environments. It can be found at altitudes up to 2,000 m (6,600 ft).

Did you know?

The bird was originally described as Bucco australis by Thomas Horsfield in 1821.

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