About the Philippine Shortwing
The Philippine Shortwing (Brachypteryx poliogyna) 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 whbsho7 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 | Brachypteryx poliogyna |
| Species Codes | whbsho7, PHSH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Philippine Shortwing belong to?
The Philippine Shortwing (Brachypteryx poliogyna) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Philippine Shortwing?
The Philippine 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 Philippine Shortwing sighting?
You can log sightings of Philippine Shortwing on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whbsho7, or on iNaturalist.