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South America
Indigo Weaver
Ploceus velatus
About this species
The Indigo Weaver is a striking member of the Ploceidae family found across South America. It inhabits savanna environments and is currently listed as Endangered.
The Indigo 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 Endangered, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of South America.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Ploceidae family and Passeriformes order.