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Psilopogon lineatus

Size: 25-30cm

Weight: 115-205g

Found: The Lineated Barbet lives in South East Asia, residing in Evergreen or pine forest, especially at clearings and edges.

Description: This species is a fairly large barbet, which has a distinctively green back and wings, with a streaked cream and grey breast. They have a yellow ring around the eye, as well as a light orange beak and legs.

Diet: Their diet consists mainly of raw fruits, as well as seeds and nuts.

Comments: They breed during April to May, building their nest in the hollow of the tree in the high forest, and laying 2 to 4 eggs each time.

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