Sumatran Shortwing
Sumatran Shortwing
100
-
Points:
100
Not yet spotted on Fladder
Spotted
An elusive and terrestrial bird endemic to the montane forests of Borneo. It is characterized by its dusky plumage and short tail.
Where to spot
Montane forests, often in mossy and damp areas, on Borneo (Malaysia, Indonesia, Brunei).
How to spot
Listen for its high-pitched, simple song emanating from dense undergrowth. Look for quick movements on the forest floor.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Most active vocally at dawn and dusk.
Where to spot
Montane forests, often in mossy and damp areas, on Borneo (Malaysia, Indonesia, Brunei).
How to spot
Listen for its high-pitched, simple song emanating from dense undergrowth. Look for quick movements on the forest floor.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Most active vocally at dawn and dusk.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This shortwing inhabits the cool, damp environment of Borneo's cloud forests, where it forages among moss-covered logs and leaf litter.
Loading...
Spotted
No recently spotted birds
Monthly observations
No observations
Loading...
Nothing spotted yet
Also interesting
Share this page
Or share directly on
