Western Black-headed Batis vs Bioko Batis
Batis erlangeri compared with Batis poensis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Western Black-headed Batis | Bioko Batis |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Batis erlangeri | Batis poensis |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Platysteiridae | Platysteiridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 11.9 cm (4.7 in) | 10.2 cm (4.0 in) |
| Weight | 11.15 g (0.39 oz) | 9.15 g (0.32 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Western Black-headed Batis
Least Concern
Bioko Batis
About These Birds
Bioko Batis
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.