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Yellow-legged Weaver
Ploceus flavipes
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Vulnerable
Wingspan
15.4 cm
Weight
46.3 g
Family
Ploceidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Yellow-legged Weaver (Ploceus flavipes) is a bird species in the family Ploceidae (weavers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 15.4 cm and a weight of 46.3 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Vulnerable.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 15.4 cm | 6.1 in |
| Weight | 46.3 g | 1.63 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Ploceidae (Weavers) |
| Genus | Ploceus |
| Species | Ploceus flavipes |
Distribution
Yellow-legged Weaver has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Yellow-legged Weaver endangered?
The Yellow-legged Weaver has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How big is the Yellow-legged Weaver?
The Yellow-legged Weaver has a wingspan of 15.4 cm, weight of 46.3 g.
What order and family does the Yellow-legged Weaver belong to?
The Yellow-legged Weaver (Ploceus flavipes) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Ploceidae.
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