American Bird Conservancy Posted March 21, 2014 Share Posted March 21, 2014 Barbets are related to toucans and woodpeckers (such as Kaempfer's Woodpecker). They all have "zygodactyl" feet, with two toes facing forward and two backward-an arrangement that helps tree-dwelling birds grasp branches. They play a key role in tropical forests by consuming and dispersing seeds of fruit trees. View the full article Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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