About the White-browed Sparrow-Weaver
The white-browed sparrow-weaver is a predominantly brown, sparrow-sized bird found throughout central and north-central southern Africa. It is found in groups of two to eleven individuals consisting of one breeding pair and other non-reproductive individuals.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Weavers and Allies (Ploceidae) |
| Species | Plocepasser mahali |
| Species Codes | wbswea1, WBSW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the White-browed Sparrow-Weaver belong to?
The White-browed Sparrow-Weaver (Plocepasser mahali) belongs to the Weavers and Allies family (Ploceidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the White-browed Sparrow-Weaver?
The white-browed sparrow-weaver is a predominantly brown, sparrow-sized bird found throughout central and north-central southern Africa. It is found in groups of two to eleven individuals consisting of one breeding pair and other non-reproductive individuals....
Where can I report a White-browed Sparrow-Weaver sighting?
You can log sightings of White-browed Sparrow-Weaver on eBird (ebird.org) using species code wbswea1, or on iNaturalist.
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