About the Taiwan Shortwing
The Taiwan Shortwing (Brachypteryx goodfellowi) 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 whbsho6 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 goodfellowi |
| Species Codes | whbsho6, TASH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Taiwan Shortwing belong to?
The Taiwan Shortwing (Brachypteryx goodfellowi) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Taiwan Shortwing?
The Taiwan 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 Taiwan Shortwing sighting?
You can log sightings of Taiwan Shortwing on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whbsho6, or on iNaturalist.