Black-breasted Weaver
Ploceus benghalensis
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<birdfyi-bird slug="ploceus-benghalensis"></birdfyi-bird>The Black-breasted Weaver (Ploceus benghalensis) is a bird species in the family Ploceidae (weavers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 13.8 cm and a weight of 20 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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À propos
The Black-breasted Weaver is a colonial nesting weaver bird of South Asian grasslands and reed beds, with breeding males showing a chestnut crown, dark brown breast patch, and streaked yellow and brown upperparts. It ranges across the Indian subcontinent from Pakistan east to Bangladesh, inhabiting tall grasslands, cultivation, and marshes. It feeds on seeds and insects, nesting in large colonies in reed beds or tall grass.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 13,8 cm | 5.4 in |
| Poids | 20,0 g | 0.71 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: PN. Incubation: 13-15 days. Fledging: 15 days.
Taille de la couvée
2-5
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Famille | Ploceidae (Weavers) |
| Genus | Ploceus |
| Espèces | Ploceus benghalensis |
Distribution
Black-breasted Weaver has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Ploceidae family