Olive-naped Weaver
Olive-naped Weaver (<em>Ploceus brachypterus</em>) is a species of Weavers, Widowbirds (<em>Ploceidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).
Overview
Olive-naped Weaver (Ploceus brachypterus) is a species of Weavers, Widowbirds (Ploceidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).
Scientific Classification
Genus: Ploceus; binomial: Ploceus brachypterus; authority: Swainson, 1837.
Distribution
Breeding range: Africa.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
Olive-naped Weaver Ploceus brachypterus is split from Black-necked Weaver P. nigricollis based on differences in plumage and iris color (del Hoyo & Collar 2016; HBW/BirdLife). Includes ssp. po.
