Bates's Weaver vs Weyns's Weaver
Ploceus batesi compared with Ploceus weynsi
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Bates's Weaver | Weyns's Weaver |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ploceus batesi | Ploceus weynsi |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Ploceidae | Ploceidae |
| Conservation Status | Endangered | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 14.5 cm (5.7 in) | 15.6 cm (6.1 in) |
| Weight | 26.6 g (0.94 oz) | 29.174999999999997 g (1.03 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Endangered
Bates's Weaver
Least Concern
Weyns'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.