Bornean Black Magpie

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Bornean Black Magpie (<em>Platysmurus aterrimus</em>) is a species of Crows, Jays (<em>Corvidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Overview

Bornean Black Magpie (Platysmurus aterrimus) is a species of Crows, Jays (Corvidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Scientific Classification

Genus: Platysmurus; binomial: Platysmurus aterrimus; authority: (Lesson, RP, 1831).

Distribution

Breeding range: the Oriental Region.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

Bornean Black Magpie Platysmurus aterrimus is split from P. leucopterus based on substantial plumage and vocal differences (Eaton et al. 2016; HBW/BirdLife).

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