About the Bates's Weaver
Bates's weaver is a species of bird in the family Ploceidae. It is endemic to Cameroon, and is often regarded as inexplicably rare across its distribution.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Weavers and Allies (Ploceidae) |
| Species | Ploceus batesi |
| Species Codes | batwea1, BAWE |
| Conservation | EN Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Bates's Weaver belong to?
The Bates's Weaver (Ploceus batesi) belongs to the Weavers and Allies family (Ploceidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Bates's Weaver?
The Bates's Weaver is classified as "Endangered" (EN) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Bates's Weaver?
Bates's weaver is a species of bird in the family Ploceidae. It is endemic to Cameroon, and is often regarded as inexplicably rare across its distribution....
Where can I report a Bates's Weaver sighting?
You can log sightings of Bates's Weaver on eBird (ebird.org) using species code batwea1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
123
Species in Family
EN
IUCN Status
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