Aldabra Fody vs Mauritius Fody
Foudia aldabrana compared with Foudia rubra
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Aldabra Fody | Mauritius Fody |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Foudia aldabrana | Foudia rubra |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Ploceidae | Ploceidae |
| Conservation Status | Endangered | Endangered |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 15.4 cm (6.1 in) | 13.3 cm (5.2 in) |
| Weight | 24.125 g (0.85 oz) | 18.0 g (0.63 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-4 | 2-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Endangered
Aldabra Fody
Endangered
Mauritius Fody
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.