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Yellow Weaver

Ploceus megarhynchus

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Norway. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Animalia (hewan)

Chordata (Chordates)

Passeriformes (burung pengicau)

Species

Ploceus megarhynchus (Yellow Weaver)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese キイロコウヨウジャク

Chinese 巨嘴織布鳥

Spanish Tejedor de Finn

French Tisserin de Finn

German Großschnabelweber

Portuguese tecelão-de-cabeça-amarela

Russian Большеклювый ткач

Similar Species in Ploceus

Baglafecht Weaver

Ploceus baglafecht

Bar-winged Weaver

Ploceus angolensis

Black-billed Weaver

Ploceus melanogaster

Black-chinned Weaver

Ploceus nigrimentus

Asian Golden Weaver

Ploceus hypoxanthus

Near Threatened

Ploceus benghalensis

Bertram's Weaver

Ploceus bertrandi

African Golden-Weaver

Ploceus subaureus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Yellow Weaver?

The scientific name of Yellow Weaver is Ploceus megarhynchus. It belongs to the genus Ploceus.

What is the conservation status of Yellow Weaver?

Yellow Weaver (Ploceus megarhynchus) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Yellow Weaver live?

Yellow Weaver is found in Found in Norway. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Norway.

What family does Yellow Weaver belong to?

Yellow Weaver (Ploceus megarhynchus) belongs to the genus Ploceus, which is part of the taxonomic family Ploceidae.

Is Yellow Weaver endangered?

Yes, Yellow Weaver (Ploceus megarhynchus) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Yellow Weaver belong to?

Yellow Weaver (Ploceus megarhynchus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).

What are the closest relatives of Yellow Weaver?

The closest relatives of Yellow 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

Bar-winged Weaver

Ploceus angolensis

Black-billed Weaver

Ploceus melanogaster

Black-chinned Weaver

Ploceus nigrimentus

Asian Golden Weaver

Ploceus hypoxanthus

Ploceus benghalensis

Bertram's Weaver

Ploceus bertrandi

Brown-capped Weaver

Ploceus insignis

Chestnut Weaver

Ploceus rubiginosus

Clarke's Weaver

Ploceus golandi

Ploceus cucullatus

Black-headed Weaver

Ploceus melanocephalus

Golden-backed Weaver

Ploceus jacksoni

Southern Masked-Weaver

Ploceus velatus

Ploceus bicolor

Ploceus spekeoides

Ploceus grandis

Golden-naped Weaver

Ploceus aureonucha

Golden Palm Weaver

African Golden-Weaver

Ploceus subaureus

Data verified Maret 2026

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