Platysteiridae (Wattle-eyes)
Order Passeriformes
31 species in 5 genera

Size: Between 8 cm (Pygmy Batis, Batis perkeo) and 16 cm (African Shrike-flycatcher, Megabyas flammulatus).

Distribution: Afrotropical Region. Sedentary, as they inhabit tropical areas.

Habitat: Very forestal, areas of tall trees or scrubland.

Feeding: Small invertebrates. Mainly insects.

Breeding: Vegetal cup. 2-4 eggs. Incubation 16-18 days.

Threat status: 1 threatened species (Endangered) [+info]
2 / 31 species available
Brown-throated Wattle-eye
Platysteira cyanea
Chinspot Batis
Batis molitor