Baya Weaver vs Weyns's Weaver

Ploceus philippinus compared with Ploceus weynsi

Side-by-Side Comparison

Attribute Baya Weaver Weyns's Weaver
Scientific Name Ploceus philippinus Ploceus weynsi
Order Passeriformes Passeriformes
Family Ploceidae Ploceidae
Conservation Status Least Concern Least Concern
Length
Wingspan 14.0 cm (5.5 in) 15.6 cm (6.1 in)
Weight 25.0 g (0.88 oz) 29.174999999999997 g (1.03 oz)
Diet -- --
Clutch Size 2-5 --
Population Trend

Habitat Comparison

Shared Habitats

None

Baya Weaver only

Weyns's Weaver only

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Baya Weaver

Least Concern

Weyns's Weaver

About These Birds

Baya Weaver

The Baya Weaver is a widespread and well-known weaver bird found across South and Southeast Asia, inhabiting grasslands, scrub, and cultivated areas. Males in breeding plumage are bright yellow above with a streaked brown back, building elaborate, retort-shaped woven nests that hang from trees or tall grass. They are highly gregarious, nesting in large colonies and feeding on grass seeds and grains.

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