About the Heuglin's Masked-Weaver
The Heuglin's Masked-Weaver (Ploceus heuglini) is a species of bird in the Weavers and Allies family (Ploceidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 123 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code hemwea1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Weavers and Allies (Ploceidae) |
| Species | Ploceus heuglini |
| Species Codes | hemwea1, HMWE, HEMW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Heuglin's Masked-Weaver belong to?
The Heuglin's Masked-Weaver (Ploceus heuglini) belongs to the Weavers and Allies family (Ploceidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Heuglin's Masked-Weaver?
The Heuglin's Masked-Weaver is a member of the Weavers and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Heuglin's Masked-Weaver sighting?
You can log sightings of Heuglin's Masked-Weaver on eBird (ebird.org) using species code hemwea1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Weavers and Allies 123 species
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