Olive-headed Weaver

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Olive-headed Weaver (<em>Ploceus olivaceiceps</em>) is a species of Weavers, Widowbirds (<em>Ploceidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Overview

Olive-headed Weaver (Ploceus olivaceiceps) is a species of Weavers, Widowbirds (Ploceidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Scientific Classification

Genus: Ploceus; binomial: Ploceus olivaceiceps; authority: (Reichenow, 1899).

Distribution

Breeding range: Africa.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

Treat as monotypic; includes vicarius (Craig 2010).

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