Capito dayi
The Black-girdled Barbet (Capito dayi) is a striking member of the American barbet family (Capitonidae), a group closely related to woodpeckers, endemic to the southern Amazon basin. Measuring approximately 18-19 cm (7-7.5 inches) in length and weighing around 45-55 grams, this species is immediately recognizable by its bold plumage. Males boast a glossy black crown, a vibrant red nape, and a crisp white supercilium, contrasting with black upperparts adorned with a bright yellow band across t...
Found in lowland humid tropical forests, particularly terra firme and mature secondary forests, generally preferring the sub-canopy and mid-story layers.
Primarily frugivorous, consuming a variety of fruits including figs and berries, supplemented by insects such as ants, beetles, and their larvae.
Black-girdled Barbets are diurnal and largely arboreal, spending their days foraging within the forest canopy and sub-canopy. They are primarily frugivorous but supplement their diet with insects, gleaning items from foliage and branches. Typically observed singly or in pairs, they occasionally j...
The Black-girdled Barbet is a resident species primarily found within the southern Amazon basin. Its core distribution spans extensive areas of Brazil, specifically in the states of Acre, Rondônia, Amazonas (south of the main Amazon River channel), and parts of northern Mato Grosso. The range ext...
Least Concern
- The Black-girdled Barbet belongs to the Capitonidae family, also known as the American barbets, which are distinct from the Asian and African barbets. - Its scientific name, Capito dayi, honors the American zoologist and explorer Cyrus B. Day. - Despite its vivid plumage, it can be surprisingly...