Chinspot Batis vs Banded Wattle-eye
Batis molitor compared with Platysteira laticincta
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Chinspot Batis | Banded Wattle-eye |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Batis molitor | Platysteira laticincta |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Platysteiridae | Platysteiridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Endangered |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 12.0 cm (4.7 in) | 13.3 cm (5.2 in) |
| Weight | 10.0 g (0.35 oz) | 13.2 g (0.47 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-4 | 1-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Chinspot Batis
Endangered
Banded Wattle-eye
About These Birds
Banded Wattle-eye
The Banded Wattle-eye is an Endangered flycatcher of the family Platysteiridae endemic to the Bamenda Highlands of Cameroon. Weighing about 13.2g with a wingspan of 13.3cm, it has a bold black breast band and distinctive red eye wattles. Its extremely restricted range and ongoing habitat loss threaten its survival.