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White-headed Buffalo-Weaver

Dinemellia dinemelli

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Passeriformes ›Family: Ploceidae ›Genus: Dinemellia

About

The white-headed buffalo weaver or white-faced buffalo-weaver (Dinemellia dinemelli) is a species of passerine bird in the family Ploceidae native to East Africa. The buffalo part of its name derives from its habit of following the African buffalo, feeding on disturbed insects. Two subspecies are recognized.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of White-headed Buffalo-Weaver?
The scientific name of White-headed Buffalo-Weaver is Dinemellia dinemelli.
What is the conservation status of White-headed Buffalo-Weaver?
The White-headed Buffalo-Weaver has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does White-headed Buffalo-Weaver belong to?
White-headed Buffalo-Weaver belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does White-headed Buffalo-Weaver belong to?
White-headed Buffalo-Weaver belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does White-headed Buffalo-Weaver belong to?
White-headed Buffalo-Weaver belongs to the class Aves.
What order does White-headed Buffalo-Weaver belong to?
White-headed Buffalo-Weaver belongs to the order Passeriformes.
What family does White-headed Buffalo-Weaver belong to?
White-headed Buffalo-Weaver belongs to the family Ploceidae.
What genus does White-headed Buffalo-Weaver belong to?
White-headed Buffalo-Weaver belongs to the genus Dinemellia.