Bioko Batis vs Black-throated Wattle-eye
Batis poensis compared with Platysteira peltata
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Bioko Batis | Black-throated Wattle-eye |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Batis poensis | Platysteira peltata |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Platysteiridae | Platysteiridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 10.2 cm (4.0 in) | 13.0 cm (5.1 in) |
| Weight | 9.15 g (0.32 oz) | 14.3 g (0.50 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 1-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Bioko Batis
Least Concern
Black-throated Wattle-eye
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.