About the Bornean Shortwing
The Bornean shortwing is a species of bird in the Old World flycatcher family Muscicapidae. It is endemic to Borneo where it favours montane forest.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Old World Flycatchers (Muscicapidae) |
| Species | Brachypteryx erythrogyna |
| Species Codes | whbsho8, BOSH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Bornean Shortwing belong to?
The Bornean Shortwing (Brachypteryx erythrogyna) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Bornean Shortwing?
The Bornean shortwing is a species of bird in the Old World flycatcher family Muscicapidae. It is endemic to Borneo where it favours montane forest....
Where can I report a Bornean Shortwing sighting?
You can log sightings of Bornean Shortwing on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whbsho8, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
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