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Giant Weaver

Ploceus grandis

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Found in Norway. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (प्राणी)
Phylum
Chordata (रज्जुकी)
Class
Aves (पक्षी)
Order
Passeriformes (पासरीफ़ोर्मीज़)
Family
Ploceidae
Genus
Ploceus
Species
Ploceus grandis (Giant Weaver)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese オニハタオリ
Chinese 大织雀
Spanish Tejedor Gigante
French Tisserin géant
German Riesenweber
Portuguese tecelão-gigante
Russian Гигантский ткач

Similar Species in Ploceus

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Baglafecht Weaver
Ploceus baglafecht
Least Concern
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Bar-winged Weaver
Ploceus angolensis
Least Concern
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Black-billed Weaver
Ploceus melanogaster
Least Concern
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Black-chinned Weaver
Ploceus nigrimentus
Least Concern
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Asian Golden Weaver
Ploceus hypoxanthus
Near Threatened
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Bengal Weaver
Ploceus benghalensis
Least Concern
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Bertram's Weaver
Ploceus bertrandi
Least Concern
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African Golden-Weaver
Ploceus subaureus
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Giant Weaver?
The scientific name of Giant Weaver is Ploceus grandis. It belongs to the genus Ploceus.
What is the conservation status of Giant Weaver?
Giant Weaver (Ploceus grandis) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Giant Weaver live?
Giant Weaver is found in Found in Norway. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Norway.
What family does Giant Weaver belong to?
Giant Weaver (Ploceus grandis) belongs to the genus Ploceus, which is part of the taxonomic family Ploceidae.
What kingdom does Giant Weaver belong to?
Giant Weaver (Ploceus grandis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (प्राणी).
What are the closest relatives of Giant Weaver?
The closest relatives of Giant Weaver in the genus Ploceus include Baglafecht Weaver, Bar-winged Weaver, Black-billed Weaver, Black-chinned Weaver, Asian Golden Weaver.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Ploceus — 20 Species

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Baglafecht Weaver
Ploceus baglafecht
LC 🐾
Bar-winged Weaver
Ploceus angolensis
LC 🐾
Black-billed Weaver
Ploceus melanogaster
LC 🐾
Black-chinned Weaver
Ploceus nigrimentus
LC 🐾
Asian Golden Weaver
Ploceus hypoxanthus
NT 🐾
Bengal Weaver
Ploceus benghalensis
LC 🐾
Bertram's Weaver
Ploceus bertrandi
LC 🐾
Brown-capped Weaver
Ploceus insignis
LC 🐾
Chestnut Weaver
Ploceus rubiginosus
LC 🐾
Clarke's Weaver
Ploceus golandi
EN 🐾
Village Weaver
Ploceus cucullatus
LC 🐾
Black-headed Weaver
Ploceus melanocephalus
LC 🐾
Golden-backed Weaver
Ploceus jacksoni
LC 🐾
Southern Masked-Weaver
Ploceus velatus
LC 🐾
Forest Weaver
Ploceus bicolor
LC 🐾
Fox's Weaver
Ploceus spekeoides
NT
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Giant Weaver
Ploceus grandis
NT
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Golden-naped Weaver
Ploceus aureonucha
EN 🐾
Golden Palm Weaver
Ploceus bojeri
LC 🐾
African Golden-Weaver
Ploceus subaureus
LC
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