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Africa
Azure Bishop
Quelea afer
About this species
Bird-watchers in Africa often spot the Azure Bishop in wetland settings. This Ploceidae species is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN.
The Azure Bishop is part of the order Passeriformes and the Ploceidae family. Its preferred habitat is wetland, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Near Threatened, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of Africa.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Ploceidae family and Passeriformes order.