About the Short-billed Minivet
The Short-billed Minivet (Pericrocotus brevirostris) is a species of bird in the Cuckooshrikes family (Campephagidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 108 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code shbmin2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Cuckooshrikes (Campephagidae) |
| Species | Pericrocotus brevirostris |
| Species Codes | shbmin2, SBMI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Short-billed Minivet belong to?
The Short-billed Minivet (Pericrocotus brevirostris) belongs to the Cuckooshrikes family (Campephagidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Short-billed Minivet?
The Short-billed Minivet is a member of the Cuckooshrikes family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Short-billed Minivet sighting?
You can log sightings of Short-billed Minivet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code shbmin2, or on iNaturalist.