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Golden-backed Bishop
Euplectes aureus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
13.6 cm
Weight
25.0 g
Family
Ploceidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Golden-backed Bishop (Euplectes aureus) is a bird species in the family Ploceidae (weavers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 13.6 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 | 13.6 cm | 5.4 in |
| Weight | 25.0 g | 0.88 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SP. Incubation: 13-14 days. Fledging: 15-21 days.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Ploceidae (Weavers) |
| Genus | Euplectes |
| Species | Euplectes aureus |
Distribution
Golden-backed Bishop has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Golden-backed Bishop endangered?
The Golden-backed Bishop has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Golden-backed Bishop nest?
Nest type: SP. Incubation: 13-14 days. Fledging: 15-21 days.
How big is the Golden-backed Bishop?
The Golden-backed Bishop has a wingspan of 13.6 cm, weight of 25.0 g.
What order and family does the Golden-backed Bishop belong to?
The Golden-backed Bishop (Euplectes aureus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Ploceidae.
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