Aldabra Fody vs Red-headed Quelea
Foudia aldabrana compared with Quelea erythrops
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Aldabra Fody | Red-headed Quelea |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Foudia aldabrana | Quelea erythrops |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Ploceidae | Ploceidae |
| Conservation Status | Endangered | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 15.4 cm (6.1 in) | 12.1 cm (4.8 in) |
| Weight | 24.125 g (0.85 oz) | 20.25 g (0.71 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-4 | 1-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Endangered
Aldabra Fody
Least Concern
Red-headed Quelea
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.