Barbet

/ˈbɑːr.bɪt/ noun

A small bird with a large head and strong beak, found in tropical regions, known for its loud call and tree-boring behavior.

From French 'barbican' or Latin 'barba' meaning 'beard,' referring to the tufts or bristles around the bird's mouth that resemble a beard.

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