Chestnut-and-black Weaver
Chestnut-and-black Weaver (<em>Ploceus castaneofuscus</em>) is a species of Weavers, Widowbirds (<em>Ploceidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).
Overview
Chestnut-and-black Weaver (Ploceus castaneofuscus) is a species of Weavers, Widowbirds (Ploceidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).
Scientific Classification
Genus: Ploceus; binomial: Ploceus castaneofuscus; authority: Lesson, RP, 1840.
Distribution
Breeding range: Africa.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
Chestnut-and-black Weaver Ploceus castaneofuscus is split from Vieillot's Black Weaver Ploceus nigerrimus based on its distinctive plumage (del Hoyo & Collar 2016; HBW/BirdLife).
