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Bioko Batis

Batis poensis

Least Concern
Wingspan
10.2 cm
Weight
9.15 g
Family
Platysteiridae
Order
Passeriformes

The Bioko Batis (Batis poensis) is a bird species in the family Platysteiridae, within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 10.2 cm and a weight of 9.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.

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About

The Bioko Batis is a small, sexually dimorphic flycatcher endemic to the island of Bioko off the coast of Cameroon. Males have black and white patterning with a broad chest band, while females show rufous tones. It forages in forest canopy and undergrowth for insects, catching them with short aerial sallies.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 10.2 cm 4.0 in
Weight 9.15 g 0.32 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Nest type: CP.

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Passeriformes (Songbirds)
Family Platysteiridae
Genus Batis
Species Batis poensis

Distribution

Bioko Batis has been recorded in 1 countries.

Present Not recorded

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Bioko Batis endangered?
The Bioko Batis has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Bioko Batis nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Bioko Batis?
The Bioko Batis has a wingspan of 10.2 cm, weight of 9.15 g.
What order and family does the Bioko Batis belong to?
The Bioko Batis (Batis poensis) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Platysteiridae.

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