About the Southern Masked-Weaver
The southern masked weaver, or African masked weaver, is a resident breeding bird species common throughout southern Africa.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Weavers and Allies (Ploceidae) |
| Species | Ploceus velatus |
| Species Codes | afmwea, SOMW, SMWE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Southern Masked-Weaver belong to?
The Southern Masked-Weaver (Ploceus velatus) belongs to the Weavers and Allies family (Ploceidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Southern Masked-Weaver?
The southern masked weaver, or African masked weaver, is a resident breeding bird species common throughout southern Africa....
Where can I report a Southern Masked-Weaver sighting?
You can log sightings of Southern Masked-Weaver on eBird (ebird.org) using species code afmwea, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
123
Species in Family
9,234
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