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The spot-flanked barbet (Tricholaema lacrymosa) is a 13–14 cm, 18–27 gr, African, cavity-nesting bird found in woodlands. Known for black spots on its creamy sides and a black throat triangle, it feeds on fruits, berries, and insects. It is a stable species (Least Concern) native to East/Central African countries like Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. 

Key Facts About the Spot-Flanked Barbet:

Appearance & Identification: Small, chunky, and black-and-white. It features white supercilia (eyebrows), blackish upperparts, a brown rump with yellow streaks, and a black throat. It is specifically identified by large black spots on its white/creamy flanks and a pale yellow-to-orange eye.

Habitat: Prefers moist woodland, gallery forests, and acacia savannas.

Diet: Primarily frugivorous, eating berries and fruits, but also consumes insects.

Behavior & Calls: They have a characteristic zygodactyl toe arrangement (two forward, two backward). Their vocalizations include a slow series of "kwaa" notes and faster, nasal "kye" notes.

Conservation Status: Listed as Least Concern by the IUCN, with a stable population