About the Sao Tome Short-tail
The São Tomé shorttail, also known as Bocage's longbill, is a species of passerine bird in the family Motacillidae. It has been classified as the sole member of the genus Amaurocichla, but a 2015 phylogenetic study placed it among the wagtails in the genus Motacilla. It is endemic to the central and southern parts of the island of São Tomé. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. This species has a small population and is threatened by habitat loss.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Wagtails and Pipits (Motacillidae) |
| Species | Motacilla bocagii |
| Species Codes | boclon2, STST, STSH |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sao Tome Short-tail belong to?
The Sao Tome Short-tail (Motacilla bocagii) belongs to the Wagtails and Pipits family (Motacillidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Sao Tome Short-tail?
The Sao Tome Short-tail is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Sao Tome Short-tail?
The São Tomé shorttail, also known as Bocage's longbill, is a species of passerine bird in the family Motacillidae. It has been classified as the sole member of the genus Amaurocichla, but a 2015 phylogenetic study placed it among the wagtails in the genus Motacilla. It is endemic to the central and...
Where can I report a Sao Tome Short-tail sighting?
You can log sightings of Sao Tome Short-tail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code boclon2, or on iNaturalist.
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