Angola Batis
NameAngola Batis
Common NameAngola Batis
Scientific NameBatis minulla
FamilyPlatysteiridae
Wingspan (cm)16.5
Length (cm)10.5
Weight (g)10
Plumage DetailsMales have a glossy black crown, a prominent white supercilium, a black eye-stripe, a white throat, and a broad black breast band contrasting with a white belly. The back and wings are black with white wing bars. Females are similar but often show a rufous or chestnut wash on the breast band and flanks, and sometimes a rufous patch on the wing.
Vocalization / CallIts call is typically a series of high-pitched, whistled notes, often described as 'wee-wee-wee' or 'twee-twee-twee,' which can sometimes accelerate into a trill.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to west-central Africa, primarily found in Angola, extending into parts of the Democratic Republic of Congo and Gabon.
Identifying FeaturesSmall size, Striking black and white plumage (male), Prominent black breast band (male), White supercilium and black eye-stripe, Rufous wash on breast/flanks in female
Description
The Angola Batis is a small, active passerine bird with a striking black and white plumage. It is often seen foraging for insects in the mid-story of dense woodlands, known for its distinctive facial patterns and upright posture.
