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Africa
Imperial Weaver
Quelea subaureusinte
About this species
Bird-watchers in Africa often spot the Imperial Weaver in savanna settings. This Ploceidae species is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN.
The Imperial Weaver is part of the order Passeriformes and the Ploceidae family. Its preferred habitat is savanna, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Least Concern, 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.