Bornean Shortwing
Brachypteryx erythrogyna
The Bornean Shortwing (Brachypteryx erythrogyna) is a rare chats, old world flycatchers, and alli found in 2 countries, weighing about 18 g. The Bornean shortwing is a species of bird in the Old World flycatcher family Muscicapidae.
About the Bornean Shortwing
The Bornean shortwing is a species of bird in the Old World flycatcher family Muscicapidae. It is endemic to Borneo where it favours montane forest.
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Where it lives
When to see it
Best months: February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, with peak activity in March. It is a variable species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Bornean Shortwing look like?
- The Bornean shortwing is a species of bird in the Old World flycatcher family Muscicapidae.
- How big is a Bornean Shortwing?
- The Bornean Shortwing is a small sized bird weighing about 18 g.
- Where can you see a Bornean Shortwing?
- The Bornean Shortwing occurs in 2 countries, including Malaysia and Indonesia.
- What birds look similar to a Bornean Shortwing?
- The Bornean Shortwing is most easily confused with the Philippine Shortwing, the Rusty-bellied Shortwing and the Sumatran Shortwing.
- Is the Bornean Shortwing endangered?
- The Bornean Shortwing is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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