Baglafecht Weaver
Ploceus baglafecht
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<birdfyi-bird slug="ploceus-baglafecht"></birdfyi-bird>The Baglafecht Weaver (Ploceus baglafecht) is a bird species in the family Ploceidae (weavers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 15.8 cm and a weight of 30.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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The Baglafecht Weaver is a medium-sized weaver found in open woodland, gardens, and forest edges across East Africa, weighing about 30.5g with a wingspan of 15.8cm. It builds intricately woven pendant nests and males display bright yellow plumage with a black mask. It feeds on seeds, insects, and nectar.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 15.8 cm | 6.2 in |
| Weight | 30.5 g | 1.08 oz |
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SP. Incubation: 11-15 days. Fledging: 15-19 days.
Clutch Size
1-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Ploceidae (Weavers) |
| Genus | Ploceus |
| Species | Ploceus baglafecht |
Distribution
Baglafecht Weaver has been recorded in 5 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Ploceidae family