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Bates's Weaver
Ploceus batesi
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Endangered
Wingspan
14.5 cm
Weight
26.6 g
Family
Ploceidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
Bates's Weaver is a rare, critically endangered weaver bird restricted to a small area of lowland forest in southern Cameroon. Males have a black head and yellow underparts with dark streaking on the back. As an Endangered species, it is threatened by ongoing deforestation and habitat loss in its extremely limited range.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 14.5 cm | 5.7 in |
| Weight | 26.6 g | 0.94 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Endangered
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Ploceidae (Weavers) |
| Genus | Ploceus |
| Species | Ploceus batesi |
Distribution
Bates's Weaver has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Bates's Weaver endangered?
The Bates's Weaver has a conservation status of Endangered.
How big is the Bates's Weaver?
The Bates's Weaver has a wingspan of 14.5 cm, weight of 26.6 g.
What order and family does the Bates's Weaver belong to?
The Bates's Weaver (Ploceus batesi) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Ploceidae.
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