Appearance
This species is one of the largest in this genus at 18–19.5 cm in length. It is a black and white type of barbet that has a stubby neck and a heavy-toothed bill. It is found in open woodland areas that are close to water and cultivation. It utilizes fig and jacaranda trees to find food and to excavate nests. These birds are also very social and live in small groups.Naming
"Lybius leucocephalus" includes the following subspecies:⤷ "L. l. adamauae" - Reichenow, 1921
⤷ "L. l. leucocephalus" -
⤷ "L. l. senex" -
⤷ "L. l. albicauda" -
⤷ "L. l. lynesi" - Grant, CHB & Mackworth-Praed, 1938
⤷ "L. l. leucogaster" -
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