What is another word for Family Capitonidae?
Pronunciation: [fˈamɪli kˈapɪtˌɒnɪdˌiː] (IPA) 
The Family Capitonidae is a group of birds commonly known as the American Barbets or New World Barbets. This family consists of approximately 41 species that are primarily found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. These birds are characterized by their stout and colorful bodies, with most species having bright plumage on their head and face. Some synonyms for the Family Capitonidae include the Amerindian barbets, toucan barbets, and the neotropical barbets. These birds are an important part of their ecosystems, playing roles as pollinators, seed dispersers, and even predators of insects and small vertebrates.
