About the Usambara Weaver
The Usambara weaver is a species of bird in the family Ploceidae. It is endemic to Tanzania.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Weavers and Allies (Ploceidae) |
| Species | Ploceus nicolli |
| Species Codes | usawea1, USWE |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Usambara Weaver belong to?
The Usambara Weaver (Ploceus nicolli) belongs to the Weavers and Allies family (Ploceidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Usambara Weaver?
The Usambara Weaver is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Usambara Weaver?
The Usambara weaver is a species of bird in the family Ploceidae. It is endemic to Tanzania....
Where can I report a Usambara Weaver sighting?
You can log sightings of Usambara Weaver on eBird (ebird.org) using species code usawea1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
123
Species in Family
19
iNat Observations
NT
IUCN Status
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