Rusty-bellied Shortwing
Brachypteryx hyperythra
The Rusty-bellied Shortwing (Brachypteryx hyperythra) is a legendary chats, old world flycatchers, and alli found in 4 countries, weighing about 78 g. The rusty-bellied shortwing is a species of bird in the family Muscicapidae.
About the Rusty-bellied Shortwing
The rusty-bellied shortwing is a species of bird in the family Muscicapidae. It is found in Yunnan, Northeast India and far northern Myanmar.
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Where it lives
Recorded as a rare visitor in Myanmar (Burma).
When to see it
Best months: January, February, March, April, May, November, December, with peak activity in December. It is a variable species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Rusty-bellied Shortwing look like?
- The rusty-bellied shortwing is a species of bird in the family Muscicapidae.
- How big is a Rusty-bellied Shortwing?
- The Rusty-bellied Shortwing is a medium sized bird weighing about 78 g.
- Where can you see a Rusty-bellied Shortwing?
- The Rusty-bellied Shortwing occurs in 4 countries, including India, Bhutan and China.
- What birds look similar to a Rusty-bellied Shortwing?
- The Rusty-bellied Shortwing is most easily confused with the Sumatran Shortwing, the Flores Shortwing and the Chinese Shortwing.
- Is the Rusty-bellied Shortwing endangered?
- The Rusty-bellied Shortwing is listed as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List.
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