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Baya Weaver

Ploceus philippinus

Least Concern
Envergure
14,0 cm
Poids
25,0 g
Famille
Ploceidae
Ordre
Passeriformes

The Baya Weaver (Ploceus philippinus) is a bird species in the family Ploceidae (weavers), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 14 cm and a weight of 25 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.

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À propos

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.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Envergure 14,0 cm 5.5 in
Poids 25,0 g 0.88 oz

Habitat & Range

Statut de conservation

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Comportement et reproduction

Nidification

Nest type: PN. Incubation: 14-15 days. Fledging: 13-23 days.

Taille de la couvée

2-5

Taxonomie

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Ordre Passeriformes (Songbirds)
Famille Ploceidae (Weavers)
Genus Ploceus
Espèces Ploceus philippinus

Distribution

Baya Weaver has been recorded in 3 countries.

Présent Not recorded

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Foire aux questions

Is the Baya Weaver endangered?
The Baya Weaver has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Baya Weaver nest?
Nest type: PN. Incubation: 14-15 days. Fledging: 13-23 days.
How big is the Baya Weaver?
The Baya Weaver has a wingspan of 14.0 cm, weight of 25.0 g.
What order and family does the Baya Weaver belong to?
The Baya Weaver (Ploceus philippinus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Ploceidae.

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