About the Chestnut-crowned Sparrow-Weaver
The Chestnut-crowned Sparrow-Weaver (Plocepasser superciliosus) is a species of bird in the Weavers and Allies family (Ploceidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 123 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code ccswea1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Weavers and Allies (Ploceidae) |
| Species | Plocepasser superciliosus |
| Species Codes | ccswea1, CCSW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chestnut-crowned Sparrow-Weaver belong to?
The Chestnut-crowned Sparrow-Weaver (Plocepasser superciliosus) belongs to the Weavers and Allies family (Ploceidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Chestnut-crowned Sparrow-Weaver?
The Chestnut-crowned Sparrow-Weaver is a member of the Weavers and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Chestnut-crowned Sparrow-Weaver sighting?
You can log sightings of Chestnut-crowned Sparrow-Weaver on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ccswea1, or on iNaturalist.