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Bannerman's Weaver
Ploceus bannermani
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Vulnerable
Wingspan
15.0 cm
Weight
31.0 g
Family
Ploceidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Bannerman's Weaver is a Vulnerable weaver of the family Ploceidae found in montane forest and forest edges in Cameroon. Weighing about 31g with a wingspan of 15cm, it builds elaborate woven nests and feeds on seeds and insects. Its restricted highland range in Cameroon makes it sensitive to habitat loss.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 15.0 cm | 5.9 in |
| Weight | 31.0 g | 1.09 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
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 bannermani |
Distribution
Bannerman's Weaver has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Bannerman's Weaver endangered?
The Bannerman's Weaver has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Bannerman's Weaver nest?
Nest type: PN.
How big is the Bannerman's Weaver?
The Bannerman's Weaver has a wingspan of 15.0 cm, weight of 31.0 g.
What order and family does the Bannerman's Weaver belong to?
The Bannerman's Weaver (Ploceus bannermani) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Ploceidae.
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