About the Chestnut-backed Sparrow-Weaver
The chestnut-backed sparrow-weaver is a species of bird in the family Ploceidae.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Weavers and Allies (Ploceidae) |
| Species | Plocepasser rufoscapulatus |
| Species Codes | cbswea1, CBSW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chestnut-backed Sparrow-Weaver belong to?
The Chestnut-backed Sparrow-Weaver (Plocepasser rufoscapulatus) belongs to the Weavers and Allies family (Ploceidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Chestnut-backed Sparrow-Weaver?
The chestnut-backed sparrow-weaver is a species of bird in the family Ploceidae....
Where can I report a Chestnut-backed Sparrow-Weaver sighting?
You can log sightings of Chestnut-backed Sparrow-Weaver on eBird (ebird.org) using species code cbswea1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
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