About the Chestnut Weaver
The chestnut weaver is a species of bird in the family Ploceidae. It is found in eastern and south-western Africa. They can typically be found in Kenya, Botswana, Ethiopia, Somalia, Uganda, Tanzania, Angola, and Namibia. Chestnut Weavers are considered locally abundant and of least concern. It is a nomadic as well as residential species that moves in response to rainfall and food availability.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Weavers and Allies (Ploceidae) |
| Species | Ploceus rubiginosus |
| Species Codes | chewea1, CHWE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chestnut Weaver belong to?
The Chestnut Weaver (Ploceus rubiginosus) belongs to the Weavers and Allies family (Ploceidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Chestnut Weaver?
The chestnut weaver is a species of bird in the family Ploceidae. It is found in eastern and south-western Africa. They can typically be found in Kenya, Botswana, Ethiopia, Somalia, Uganda, Tanzania, Angola, and Namibia. Chestnut Weavers are considered locally abundant and of least concern. It is a ...
Where can I report a Chestnut Weaver sighting?
You can log sightings of Chestnut Weaver on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chewea1, or on iNaturalist.
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