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Bob-tailed Weaver
Brachycope anomala
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Least Concern
Wingspan
11.8 cm
Weight
25.0 g
Family
Ploceidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Bob-tailed Weaver (Brachycope anomala) is a bird species in the family Ploceidae (weavers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 11.8 cm and a weight of 25 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 11.8 cm | 4.6 in |
| Weight | 25.0 g | 0.88 oz |
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SP.
Clutch Size
2-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Ploceidae (Weavers) |
| Genus | Brachycope |
| Species | Brachycope anomala |
Distribution
Bob-tailed Weaver has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Bob-tailed Weaver endangered?
The Bob-tailed Weaver has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Bob-tailed Weaver nest?
Nest type: SP.
How big is the Bob-tailed Weaver?
The Bob-tailed Weaver has a wingspan of 11.8 cm, weight of 25.0 g.
What order and family does the Bob-tailed Weaver belong to?
The Bob-tailed Weaver (Brachycope anomala) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Ploceidae.
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