Cape Weaver
Cape Weaver (<em>Ploceus capensis</em>) is a species of Weavers, Widowbirds (<em>Ploceidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).
Overview
Cape Weaver (Ploceus capensis) is a species of Weavers, Widowbirds (Ploceidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).
Scientific Classification
Genus: Ploceus; binomial: Ploceus capensis; authority: (Linnaeus, 1766).
Distribution
Breeding range: Africa.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
Treat as monotypic; includes rubricomus and olivaceus (Hockey et al. 2005; Craig 2010).
