Baya Weaver

Overview

Baya Weaver (Ploceus philippinus) is a species of Weavers, Widowbirds (Ploceidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines). A sparrow-like bird famous for weaving elaborate retort-shaped nests from grass strips, hanging from branches over water; males build and display to attract females; colonial breeders.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Ploceus; binomial: Ploceus philippinus; authority: (Linnaeus, 1766). Typical size: 15cm. Average lifespan: 3-7 years.

Distribution

Breeding range: the Oriental Region.

Conservation Status

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

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.