Asian Barbets
Megalaimidae
Family Distribution
This map shows the combined distribution of all species in the Megalaimidae family.
Colour intensity indicates the number of species present in each region:
- Darker colours = More species
- Lighter colours = Fewer species
Notable Species
Attribute Champions
The White-cheeked Barbet demonstrates moderate agility, moving through the canopy with short, direct flights and maintaining an upright perch on branches. Their zygodactyl foot structure aids in their arboreal lifestyle, suggesting decent manoeuvrability in trees.
As a medium-sized bird weighing between 75-100 grams, the White-cheeked Barbet possesses moderate strength. Their ability to excavate nesting cavities in dead tree trunks indicates some muscular capability, but they are not known for exceptional feats of strength.
These barbets show good adaptability, inhabiting various forest types including evergreen, semi-evergreen, and even well-wooded gardens and plantations. Their ability to thrive in both natural and human-modified environments suggests a fair degree of adaptability.
White-cheeked Barbets are generally not aggressive birds. They are often solitary or found in pairs, and while they may form small groups at food sources, there's no indication of highly territorial or aggressive behaviour. Their frugivorous diet also suggests a less aggressive nature.
The White-cheeked Barbet's endurance appears moderate. As non-migratory birds, they don't undertake long-distance flights, but their ability to forage throughout the day and their role in seed dispersal suggest a reasonable level of stamina. Their lifespan of 10-15 years also indicates decent endurance.
