Bornean Bristlehead

Pityriasis gymnocephala

Conservation Status

Vulnerable

Aves · Passeriformes · Pityriaseidae

About

The Bornean bristlehead, also variously known as the bristled shrike, bald-headed crow or the bald-headed wood-shrike, is the only member of the passerine family Pityriasidae and genus Pityriasis. This enigmatic and vulnerable species is endemic to the southeast Asian island of Borneo, where it lives in small groups in the rainforest canopy.

Fun Fact

The relationships of this species have been controversial.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in the canopy of both primary and secondary forests, including peat swamp forests, mixed dipterocarp forests and mangrove forests.

Diet

Prey, mainly large insects and other arthropods, but also small vertebrates like lizards and frogs.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Degradation
Overexploitation
Invasive Species
Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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