Bornean Frogmouth

Bornean Frogmouth

Batrachostomus mixtus

Least Concern

Aves · Caprimulgiformes · Podargidae

About

The Bornean frogmouth is a bird species in the family Podargidae. Some taxonomists consider it to be a subspecies of the short-tailed frogmouth, but others consider it to be a distinct species. It is found in Indonesia and Malaysia and is endemic to the island of Borneo. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest and subtropical or tropical moist montane forest. It is threatened by habitat loss.

Fun Fact

Some taxonomists consider it to be a subspecies of the short-tailed frogmouth, but others consider it to be a distinct species.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Endemic to the island of Borneo.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance