Psilopogon franklinii
The Golden-throated Barbet, Psilopogon franklinii, is a captivating member of the Asian barbet family Megalaimidae, renowned for its striking emerald-green plumage offset by a kaleidoscope of colors on its head. Measuring approximately 20-23 cm in length and weighing between 60-80 grams, it is characterized by a vibrant golden-yellow throat, bright blue patches on the cheeks and around the eyes, and a brilliant red crown and forehead. Its robust, pale horn-colored bill is well-suited for its ...
Found primarily in humid subtropical and tropical montane forests, as well as broadleaf evergreen forests, often at elevations ranging from 900 to 2,500 meters.
Mainly frugivorous, feeding on a wide variety of fruits, especially figs and berries, supplemented with insects and other arthropods gleaned from foliage.
Golden-throated Barbets are diurnal birds, actively foraging during the day and roosting in tree cavities at night. Their foraging strategy primarily involves gleaning fruits directly from branches, but they also adeptly capture insects from foliage or in short sallies. They are typically seen si...
The Golden-throated Barbet is widely distributed across the Himalayan foothills and Southeast Asia, inhabiting broadleaf evergreen and montane forests. Its breeding range extends from central Nepal eastward through Bhutan, northeastern India, northern Myanmar, and into parts of southern China (Yu...
Least Concern
- The Golden-throated Barbet's distinctive 'pok-pok-pok' call is often described as resembling a coppersmith hammering on metal, earning some barbets the nickname 'Coppersmith Barbet'. - Despite their brilliant coloration, their predominantly green plumage provides excellent camouflage amidst the...