About the Chinese Shortwing
The Chinese shortwing is a species of chat. This species is now classified in the family Muscicapidae.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Old World Flycatchers (Muscicapidae) |
| Species | Brachypteryx sinensis |
| Species Codes | whbsho5, CHSH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chinese Shortwing belong to?
The Chinese Shortwing (Brachypteryx sinensis) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Chinese Shortwing?
The Chinese shortwing is a species of chat. This species is now classified in the family Muscicapidae....
Where can I report a Chinese Shortwing sighting?
You can log sightings of Chinese Shortwing on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whbsho5, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
353
Species in Family
11
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