Fire-fronted Bishop vs Bates's Weaver
Euplectes diadematus compared with Ploceus batesi
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Fire-fronted Bishop | Bates's Weaver |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Euplectes diadematus | Ploceus batesi |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Ploceidae | Ploceidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Endangered |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 11.8 cm (4.6 in) | 14.5 cm (5.7 in) |
| Weight | 14.0 g (0.49 oz) | 26.6 g (0.94 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-5 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Fire-fronted Bishop
Endangered
Bates's Weaver
About These Birds
Bates's Weaver
Bates's Weaver is a rare, critically endangered weaver bird restricted to a small area of lowland forest in southern Cameroon. Males have a black head and yellow underparts with dark streaking on the back. As an Endangered species, it is threatened by ongoing deforestation and habitat loss in its extremely limited range.