Bornean Bristlehead
Pityriasis gymnocephala
VulnerableAves · 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