About Gymnobucco bonapartei Hartlaub, 1854
Common and Scientific Name
The Grey-throated Barbet (scientific name Gymnobucco bonapartei Hartlaub, 1854) is a dark, robust bird with a distinctive tuft of feathers on its forehead.
Eye Color Variation
Its eye color changes across its distribution: it is pale in eastern parts of the range, and dark in western regions.
Social Behavior and Habitat
This species is most often seen in small groups, frequently around dead trees within humid forests and secondary growth areas.
Distinction from Related Barbets (1 of 2)
It can be told apart from the Naked-faced Barbet and Bristle-nosed Barbet by its mostly feathered head and dark bill.
Distinction from Related Barbets (2 of 2)
Though Sladen's Barbet also has a dark bill, the Grey-throated Barbet is distinguished from it by its feathered head.
Vocalizations
Its vocalizations include nasal "squeaky toy" calls, sharp "peet" notes, and a dry rattle.
