About the Lesser Masked-Weaver
The lesser masked weaver is a species of bird in the family Ploceidae. It builds its nests in large colonies, often alongside the village weaver and sometimes the red-billed buffalo weaver. This species is commonly parasitised by the Diederik cuckoo. It is found in eastern, south-eastern and southern Africa.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Weavers and Allies (Ploceidae) |
| Species | Ploceus intermedius |
| Species Codes | lesmaw1, LEMW, LMWE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Lesser Masked-Weaver belong to?
The Lesser Masked-Weaver (Ploceus intermedius) belongs to the Weavers and Allies family (Ploceidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Lesser Masked-Weaver?
The lesser masked weaver is a species of bird in the family Ploceidae. It builds its nests in large colonies, often alongside the village weaver and sometimes the red-billed buffalo weaver. This species is commonly parasitised by the Diederik cuckoo. It is found in eastern, south-eastern and souther...
Where can I report a Lesser Masked-Weaver sighting?
You can log sightings of Lesser Masked-Weaver on eBird (ebird.org) using species code lesmaw1, or on iNaturalist.
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