Diet

Fruits, berries, buds, flowers, nectar, insects; larger species such as the lineated barbet have been known to consume tree frogs, lizards and even other smaller birds. Certain genera may be more frugivorous or insectivorous.

The scientific name of this bird was actually given in honour of Singapore’s founder, Sir Stamford Raffles. A beautiful bird, its body and wings are a luscious leaf green, and its head – a stunning combination of red, yellow and blue.