Dark-backed Weaver
- Scientific name
- Ploceus bicolor
- Family
- Ploceidae
- Conservation status
- Least concern
- Habitat
- Shrubland
- Wing shape
- Broad
- Tail shape
- Rounded
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Why it matters
The Dark-backed Weaver (*Ploceus bicolor*) is a forest-dwelling bird recognized by its distinct broad wings and rounded tail, which allow it to navigate dense woodland vegetation with agility. Its presence is highly valued by bird enthusiasts as a classic example of African forest avifauna, reflecting the ecological health of the lush habitats it calls home.
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