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IUCN status: Least ConcernCoppersmith Barbet at a glance
The Coppersmith Barbet (Psilopogon haemacephalus) is a bird in the family Megalaimidae. In Indonesia, observation records come mainly from Nusa Tenggara, Java, Sumatra. Diet: mainly fruit, also insects; a omnivore. IUCN Red List status: Least Concern.
| Scientific name | Psilopogon haemacephalus |
|---|---|
| Former scientific name | Megalaima haemacephala |
| Indonesian name | Takur ungkut-ungkut |
| Group | Birds |
| Family | Megalaimidae |
| Observation records | Nusa Tenggara, Java, Sumatra |
| Taxonomic group | Piciformes |
| GBIF records | 5,299 human-observation records, 2016–2026 |
| Data retrieved | 2026-09-23 |
| IUCN status | Least Concern · IUCN Red List (via GBIF) · checked 1 October 2026 |
| Diet type | Omnivore (eats plants and animals) — mainly fruit, also insects · AVONET bird trait database (Tobias et al. 2022) |
| Reproduction | Laying eggs (oviparous) · Vigie-Nature École (MNHN) |
| Active | Diurnal (active by day) · EltonTraits 1.0 (Wilman et al. 2014, Ecology 95:2027), BirdFuncDat.txt |
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What is the Coppersmith Barbet?
Coppersmith Barbet refers to Psilopogon haemacephalus, in the genus Psilopogon, family Megalaimidae, and order Piciformes. The scientific name follows the accepted taxon in the GBIF Backbone Taxonomy. Common names can vary between places; the scientific name distinguishes this species from relatives.
What is known about the Coppersmith Barbet?
The coppersmith barbet has a red forehead and throat; its repeated metallic-sounding call may be noticed before the perched bird.
Read that fact alongside the scientific name and species source, not as proof from an unclear photograph. Populations, ages and taxonomic limits can differ; when identification is uncertain, record the broader group.
Evidence: Species account — background reading ↗
How many Indonesian records name the Coppersmith Barbet?
When checked on 2026-09-23, the GBIF search returned 5,299 human-observation records from Indonesia under this species name for 2016–2026. That is a count of indexed records, not an estimate of population, abundance or unique individuals. Observation effort can vary by location, and the count may change as records are added or identifications revised.
Evidence: GBIF occurrence search — Indonesia, human observations, 2016–2026 ↗
Where were observations reported?
Place labels appearing in the results include Nusa Tenggara, Java, Sumatra. They are labels attached to records, not a complete range map or evidence that the species occurs only there. Some labels may be broad or inconsistent. Check the underlying records before using the location information for field decisions.
Evidence: GBIF occurrence search — Indonesia, human observations, 2016–2026 ↗
How can you observe the Coppersmith Barbet?
Record the date, broad location, voice and visible plumage without approaching nests or young. A clear, distant photograph is more useful than disturbing a bird for a closer view. A well-documented sighting helps others check the identification without turning one encounter into a conservation-status claim.
Explore related animals
To explore this group further, compare Coppersmith Barbet with Freckle-breasted Woodpecker, Scarlet-headed Flowerpecker, Sultan's Cuckoo-Dove. These links reflect a shared genus, family, order, class or catalogue group; taxonomic proximity does not imply identical habitat needs or conservation status.
Scientific classification of the Coppersmith Barbet
| Kingdom | Animalia |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Megalaimidae |
| Genus | Psilopogon |
| Species | Psilopogon haemacephalus |
Source: GBIF Backbone Taxonomy, adjusted to the ranks commonly used in school biology (for example class Reptilia).
Common questions about the Coppersmith Barbet
What is the scientific name of the Coppersmith Barbet?
The scientific name of the Coppersmith Barbet is Psilopogon haemacephalus, in the family Megalaimidae and the order Piciformes. In Indonesian it is called Takur ungkut-ungkut. A former scientific name still often used: Megalaima haemacephala.
What kind of animal is the Coppersmith Barbet?
The Coppersmith Barbet is a bird in the family Megalaimidae. By diet it is a omnivore (eats plants and animals): a mainly fruit, also insects.
Where does the Coppersmith Barbet live in Indonesia?
Observation records of the Coppersmith Barbet summarised in this guide mainly come from Nusa Tenggara, Java, Sumatra. That list is not a complete range map.
What does the Coppersmith Barbet eat?
The Coppersmith Barbet is a mainly fruit, also insects. That makes it a omnivore (eats plants and animals). Source: AVONET bird trait database (Tobias et al. 2022).
How does the Coppersmith Barbet reproduce?
The Coppersmith Barbet reproduces by laying eggs (oviparous). Source: Vigie-Nature École (MNHN).
Is the Coppersmith Barbet nocturnal?
The cited source records the Coppersmith Barbet as diurnal (active by day). Source: EltonTraits 1.0 (Wilman et al. 2014, Ecology 95:2027), BirdFuncDat.txt.
See also the list of nocturnal and diurnal animals in Indonesia.
What is the scientific classification of the Coppersmith Barbet?
Scientific classification of the Coppersmith Barbet: kingdom Animalia, phylum Chordata, class Aves, order Piciformes, family Megalaimidae, genus Psilopogon, species Psilopogon haemacephalus.
Source: GBIF Backbone Taxonomy, adjusted to the ranks commonly used in school biology.
Is the Coppersmith Barbet endangered?
No, according to the global IUCN assessment. On the IUCN Red List, the Coppersmith Barbet is listed as Least Concern: it does not qualify for a threatened category or for Near Threatened in the global assessment. Source: IUCN Red List (via GBIF), checked 1 October 2026.
This global category is separate from legal protection in Indonesia. To check whether the Coppersmith Barbet is a protected species, consult the current national list of protected species or contact the local BKSDA (natural resources conservation office).
Sources & references
- GBIF Backbone Taxonomy — accepted taxon ↗
- GBIF occurrence search — Indonesia, human observations, 2016–2026 ↗
- iNaturalist — exact species taxon and community observations ↗
- Species account — background reading ↗
- AVONET bird trait database (Tobias et al. 2022) ↗
- Vigie-Nature École (MNHN) ↗
- EltonTraits 1.0 (Wilman et al. 2014, Ecology 95:2027), BirdFuncDat.txt ↗
- GBIF Backbone Taxonomy (GBIF) ↗
- IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, version 2026-1, via GBIF (CC BY 4.0) ↗
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