About the Javan Shortwing
The Javan shortwing is a species of bird that is placed in the Old World flycatcher family Muscicapidae. It is endemic to the island of Java where it favours montane forests.
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The Javan shortwing is a shy skulker, preferring to be on or near the ground, in the depths of dark vegetation, where it feeds on small insects, larvae, berries, seeds, sprouts and new buds of plants. The nest consists of moss and grass stems, placed in a dense shrub.
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Where the Javan Shortwing lives
Recorded as a rare visitor in Philippines.
When to see the Javan Shortwing
Peak activity in May · a variable species across most of its range
Easily confused with
Taiwan ShortwingBrachypteryx goodfellowiThe Taiwan shortwing is a species of chat.
Philippine ShortwingBrachypteryx poliogynaThe Philippine shortwing is a species of bird in the family Muscicapidae.
Bornean ShortwingBrachypteryx erythrogynaThe Bornean shortwing is a species of bird in the Old World flycatcher family Muscicapidae.
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