Asian Golden Weaver
Ploceus hypoxanthus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="ploceus-hypoxanthus"></birdfyi-bird>The Asian Golden Weaver (Ploceus hypoxanthus) is a bird species in the family Ploceidae (weavers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 13.4 cm and a weight of 18.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Near Threatened.
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The Asian Golden Weaver is a Near Threatened bird found in grasslands and wetland edges across Southeast Asia. Weighing about 18.8g with a wingspan of 13.4cm, the breeding male displays striking golden-yellow plumage. It builds woven nests and feeds on seeds and insects.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 13.4 cm | 5.3 in |
| Weight | 18.8 g | 0.66 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SP.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Ploceidae (Weavers) |
| Genus | Ploceus |
| Species | Ploceus hypoxanthus |
Distribution
Asian Golden Weaver has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Ploceidae family