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Chestnut Weaver
Ploceus rubiginosus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
16.0 cm
Weight
35.25 g
Family
Ploceidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Chestnut Weaver (Ploceus rubiginosus) is a bird species in the family Ploceidae (weavers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 16 cm and a weight of 35.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 16.0 cm | 6.3 in |
| Weight | 35.25 g | 1.24 oz |
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PN. Incubation: 11-14 days. Fledging: 13-16 days.
Clutch Size
3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Ploceidae (Weavers) |
| Genus | Ploceus |
| Species | Ploceus rubiginosus |
Distribution
Chestnut Weaver has been recorded in 2 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Chestnut Weaver endangered?
The Chestnut Weaver has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Chestnut Weaver nest?
Nest type: PN. Incubation: 11-14 days. Fledging: 13-16 days.
How big is the Chestnut Weaver?
The Chestnut Weaver has a wingspan of 16.0 cm, weight of 35.25 g.
What order and family does the Chestnut Weaver belong to?
The Chestnut Weaver (Ploceus rubiginosus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Ploceidae.
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