About the Speke's Weaver
The Speke's Weaver (Ploceus spekei) 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 spewea2 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 spekei |
| Species Codes | spewea2, SPWE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Speke's Weaver belong to?
The Speke's Weaver (Ploceus spekei) belongs to the Weavers and Allies family (Ploceidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Speke's Weaver?
The Speke's 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 Speke's Weaver sighting?
You can log sightings of Speke's Weaver on eBird (ebird.org) using species code spewea2, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Weavers and Allies 123 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
123
Species in Family
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