About the Olive-naped Weaver
The olive-naped weaver is a bird species in the family Ploceidae. It is found in West Africa from Senegal and Gambia to Cameroon.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Weavers and Allies (Ploceidae) |
| Species | Ploceus brachypterus |
| Species Codes | bknwea1, ONWE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Olive-naped Weaver belong to?
The Olive-naped Weaver (Ploceus brachypterus) belongs to the Weavers and Allies family (Ploceidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Olive-naped Weaver?
The olive-naped weaver is a bird species in the family Ploceidae. It is found in West Africa from Senegal and Gambia to Cameroon....
Where can I report a Olive-naped Weaver sighting?
You can log sightings of Olive-naped Weaver on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bknwea1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
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