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Baya Weaver

Ploceus philippinus

Least Concern
Wingspan
14.0 cm
Weight
25.0 g
Family
Ploceidae
Order
Passeriformes

About

The Baya Weaver is a widespread and well-known weaver bird found across South and Southeast Asia, inhabiting grasslands, scrub, and cultivated areas. Males in breeding plumage are bright yellow above with a streaked brown back, building elaborate, retort-shaped woven nests that hang from trees or tall grass. They are highly gregarious, nesting in large colonies and feeding on grass seeds and grains.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 14.0 cm 5.5 in
Weight 25.0 g 0.88 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Nest type: PN. Incubation: 14-15 days. Fledging: 13-23 days.

Clutch Size

2-5

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Passeriformes (Songbirds)
Family Ploceidae (Weavers)
Genus Ploceus
Species Ploceus philippinus

Distribution

Baya Weaver has been recorded in 3 countries.

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Present Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Baya Weaver endangered?
The Baya Weaver has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Baya Weaver nest?
Nest type: PN. Incubation: 14-15 days. Fledging: 13-23 days.
How big is the Baya Weaver?
The Baya Weaver has a wingspan of 14.0 cm, weight of 25.0 g.
What order and family does the Baya Weaver belong to?
The Baya Weaver (Ploceus philippinus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Ploceidae.

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