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Giant Weaver
Ploceus grandis
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Near Threatened
Envergure
21,4 cm
Poids
63,5 g
Famille
Ploceidae
Ordre
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 21,4 cm | 8.4 in |
| Poids | 63,5 g | 2.24 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: SP.
Taille de la couvée
1-2
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Famille | Ploceidae (Weavers) |
| Genus | Ploceus |
| Espèces | Ploceus grandis |
Distribution
Giant Weaver has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux questions
Is the Giant Weaver endangered?
The Giant Weaver has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Giant Weaver nest?
Nest type: SP.
How big is the Giant Weaver?
The Giant Weaver has a wingspan of 21.4 cm, weight of 63.5 g.
What order and family does the Giant Weaver belong to?
The Giant Weaver (Ploceus grandis) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Ploceidae.
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