About the Rachel's Malimbe
Rachel's malimbe, also known as Rachel's weaver, is a species of bird in the family Ploceidae. It is found in Cameroon, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, and Nigeria; its habitat is restricted to the lowland forests of the area surrounding the Gulf of Guinea. The species is named for Rachel Cassin Davis (1844–1922), daughter of the ornithologist John Cassin.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Weavers and Allies (Ploceidae) |
| Species | Malimbus racheliae |
| Species Codes | racmal1, RAMA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rachel's Malimbe belong to?
The Rachel's Malimbe (Malimbus racheliae) belongs to the Weavers and Allies family (Ploceidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Rachel's Malimbe?
Rachel's malimbe, also known as Rachel's weaver, is a species of bird in the family Ploceidae. It is found in Cameroon, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, and Nigeria; its habitat is restricted to the lowland forests of the area surrounding the Gulf of Guinea. The species is named for Rachel Cassin Davis (18...
Where can I report a Rachel's Malimbe sighting?
You can log sightings of Rachel's Malimbe on eBird (ebird.org) using species code racmal1, or on iNaturalist.
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