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Bioko Batis

Batis poensis

Least Concern
Envergure
10,2 cm
Poids
9,15 g
Famille
Platysteiridae
Ordre
Passeriformes

À propos

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
Envergure 10,2 cm 4.0 in
Poids 9,15 g 0.32 oz

Habitat & Range

Statut de conservation

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Comportement et reproduction

Nidification

Nest type: CP.

Taxonomie

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Ordre Passeriformes (Songbirds)
Famille Platysteiridae
Genus Batis
Espèces Batis poensis

Distribution

Bioko Batis has been recorded in 1 countries.

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Présent Not recorded
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Foire aux 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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