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Strange Weaver
Ploceus alienus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
13.6 cm
Weight
21.5 g
Family
Ploceidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Strange Weaver (Ploceus alienus) 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 21.5 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 | 21.5 g | 0.76 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PN.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Ploceidae (Weavers) |
| Genus | Ploceus |
| Species | Ploceus alienus |
Distribution
Strange Weaver has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Strange Weaver endangered?
The Strange Weaver has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Strange Weaver nest?
Nest type: PN.
How big is the Strange Weaver?
The Strange Weaver has a wingspan of 13.6 cm, weight of 21.5 g.
What order and family does the Strange Weaver belong to?
The Strange Weaver (Ploceus alienus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Ploceidae.
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