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Olive-headed Weaver

Ploceus olivaceiceps

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 (Animals)
Phylum
Chordata (Chordates)
Class
Aves (Birds)
Order
Passeriformes (Songbirds)
Family
Ploceidae
Genus
Ploceus
Species
Ploceus olivaceiceps (Olive-headed Weaver)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese キビタイハタオリ
Chinese 橄綠頭金織布鳥
Spanish Tejedor Cabeciverde
French Tisserin à tête olive
German Olivkopfweber
Portuguese tecelão-de-cabeça-olivácea
Russian Оливковый ткач

Similar Species in Ploceus

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African Golden-Weaver
Ploceus subaureus
Least Concern
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Asian Golden Weaver
Ploceus hypoxanthus
Near Threatened
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Baglafecht Weaver
Ploceus baglafecht
Least Concern
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Bannerman's Weaver
Ploceus bannermani
Vulnerable
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Bar-winged Weaver
Ploceus angolensis
Least Concern
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Bates's Weaver
Ploceus batesi
Endangered
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Baya Weaver
Ploceus philippinus
Least Concern
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Bengal Weaver
Ploceus benghalensis
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Olive-headed Weaver?
The scientific name of Olive-headed Weaver is Ploceus olivaceiceps. It belongs to the genus Ploceus.
What is the conservation status of Olive-headed Weaver?
Olive-headed Weaver (Ploceus olivaceiceps) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Olive-headed Weaver live?
Olive-headed 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 Olive-headed Weaver belong to?
Olive-headed Weaver (Ploceus olivaceiceps) belongs to the genus Ploceus, which is part of the taxonomic family Ploceidae.
What kingdom does Olive-headed Weaver belong to?
Olive-headed Weaver (Ploceus olivaceiceps) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of Olive-headed Weaver?
The closest relatives of Olive-headed Weaver in the genus Ploceus include African Golden-Weaver, Asian Golden Weaver, Baglafecht Weaver, Bannerman's Weaver, Bar-winged Weaver.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Ploceus — 20 Species

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African Golden-Weaver
Ploceus subaureus
LC 🐾
Asian Golden Weaver
Ploceus hypoxanthus
NT 🐾
Baglafecht Weaver
Ploceus baglafecht
LC 🐾
Bannerman's Weaver
Ploceus bannermani
VU 🐾
Bar-winged Weaver
Ploceus angolensis
LC 🐾
Bates's Weaver
Ploceus batesi
EN 🐾
Baya Weaver
Ploceus philippinus
LC 🐾
Bengal Weaver
Ploceus benghalensis
LC 🐾
Bertram's Weaver
Ploceus bertrandi
LC 🐾
Black-billed Weaver
Ploceus melanogaster
LC 🐾
Black-chinned Weaver
Ploceus nigrimentus
LC 🐾
Black-headed Weaver
Ploceus melanocephalus
LC 🐾
Black-necked/Spectacled Weaver
Ploceus nigricollis
LC 🐾
Bocage's Weaver
Ploceus temporalis
LC 🐾
Brown-capped Weaver
Ploceus insignis
LC 🐾
Cape Weaver
Ploceus capensis
LC 🐾
Chestnut Weaver
Ploceus rubiginosus
LC 🐾
Cinnamon Weaver
Ploceus badius
LC 🐾
Clarke's Weaver
Ploceus golandi
EN 🐾
Compact Weaver
Ploceus superciliosus
LC
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