About the Bob-tailed Weaver
The bob-tailed weaver is a species of bird in the family Ploceidae. It is monotypic within the genus Brachycope. It is native to the Congo Basin.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Weavers and Allies (Ploceidae) |
| Species | Brachycope anomala |
| Species Codes | botwea1, BTWE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Bob-tailed Weaver belong to?
The Bob-tailed Weaver (Brachycope anomala) belongs to the Weavers and Allies family (Ploceidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Bob-tailed Weaver?
The bob-tailed weaver is a species of bird in the family Ploceidae. It is monotypic within the genus Brachycope. It is native to the Congo Basin....
Where can I report a Bob-tailed Weaver sighting?
You can log sightings of Bob-tailed Weaver on eBird (ebird.org) using species code botwea1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
123
Species in Family
22
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