About the Lesser Shortwing
The lesser 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 leucophris |
| Species Codes | lessho1, LESH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Lesser Shortwing belong to?
The Lesser Shortwing (Brachypteryx leucophris) belongs to the Old World Flycatchers family (Muscicapidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Lesser Shortwing?
The lesser shortwing is a species of chat. This species is now classified in the family Muscicapidae....
Where can I report a Lesser Shortwing sighting?
You can log sightings of Lesser Shortwing on eBird (ebird.org) using species code lessho1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
353
Species in Family
546
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