About the Gould's Shortwing
The Gould's Shortwing (Heteroxenicus stellatus) is a species of bird in the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 353 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code gousho1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Old World Flycatchers (Muscicapidae) |
| Species | Heteroxenicus stellatus |
| Species Codes | gousho1, GOSH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Gould's Shortwing belong to?
The Gould's Shortwing (Heteroxenicus stellatus) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Gould's Shortwing?
The Gould's Shortwing is a member of the Old World Flycatchers family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Gould's Shortwing sighting?
You can log sightings of Gould's Shortwing on eBird (ebird.org) using species code gousho1, or on iNaturalist.