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Sakalava Weaver
Ploceus sakalava
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Least Concern
Wingspan
15.6 cm
Weight
23.96666666666667 g
Family
Ploceidae
Order
Passeriformes
The Sakalava Weaver (Ploceus sakalava) is a bird species in the family Ploceidae (weavers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 15.6 cm and a weight of 24 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 15.6 cm | 6.1 in |
| Weight | 23.96666666666667 g | 0.85 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PN.
Clutch Size
2-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Ploceidae (Weavers) |
| Genus | Ploceus |
| Species | Ploceus sakalava |
Distribution
Sakalava Weaver has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Sakalava Weaver endangered?
The Sakalava Weaver has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Sakalava Weaver nest?
Nest type: PN.
How big is the Sakalava Weaver?
The Sakalava Weaver has a wingspan of 15.6 cm, weight of 23.96666666666667 g.
What order and family does the Sakalava Weaver belong to?
The Sakalava Weaver (Ploceus sakalava) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Ploceidae.
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