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Yellow-mantled Widowbird

Euplectes macroura

Taxonomy

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

About

The yellow-mantled widowbird (Euplectes macroura), also known as the yellow-backed widow, is a species of bird in the family Ploceidae. It is the type species of the Euplectes genus, originally named for the city of Ouidah in Benin. Nowadays the name whydah (from "Ouidah") is however applied to some species in the Viduidae.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Yellow-mantled Widowbird?
The scientific name of Yellow-mantled Widowbird is Euplectes macroura.
What is the conservation status of Yellow-mantled Widowbird?
The Yellow-mantled Widowbird has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Yellow-mantled Widowbird belong to?
Yellow-mantled Widowbird belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Yellow-mantled Widowbird belong to?
Yellow-mantled Widowbird belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Yellow-mantled Widowbird belong to?
Yellow-mantled Widowbird belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Yellow-mantled Widowbird belong to?
Yellow-mantled Widowbird belongs to the order Passeriformes.
What family does Yellow-mantled Widowbird belong to?
Yellow-mantled Widowbird belongs to the family Ploceidae.
What genus does Yellow-mantled Widowbird belong to?
Yellow-mantled Widowbird belongs to the genus Euplectes.