Aldabra Fody vs Gola Malimbe
Foudia aldabrana compared with Malimbus ballmanni
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Aldabra Fody | Gola Malimbe |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Foudia aldabrana | Malimbus ballmanni |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Ploceidae | Ploceidae |
| Conservation Status | Endangered | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 15.4 cm (6.1 in) | 17.0 cm (6.7 in) |
| Weight | 24.125 g (0.85 oz) | 63.0 g (2.22 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-4 | 1-2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Endangered
Aldabra Fody
Near Threatened
Gola Malimbe
About These Birds
Aldabra Fody
The Aldabra Fody is an endangered weaver bird weighing about 24 g with a wingspan near 15 cm, endemic to Aldabra Atoll in the Seychelles. It inhabits scrub and woodland on the atoll, feeding on seeds and insects, and is threatened by introduced predators and a small population size.