About the Great Shortwing
The Great Shortwing (Heinrichia calligyna) 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 gresho1 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 | Heinrichia calligyna |
| Species Codes | gresho1, GRSH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Great Shortwing belong to?
The Great Shortwing (Heinrichia calligyna) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Great Shortwing?
The Great 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 Great Shortwing sighting?
You can log sightings of Great Shortwing on eBird (ebird.org) using species code gresho1, or on iNaturalist.