Rüppell's Weaver
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    Rüppell's Weaver

    Ploceus galbula

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    Least Concern

    Quick Facts

    Mass0.0238 kg

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    Rüppell's weaver is a species of bird in the family Ploceidae, which is native to the northern Afrotropics. The species is named after the German zoologist and explorer Eduard Rüppell (1794–1884).

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    Where to Find

    Top parks for Rüppell's Weaver. Sightings recorded in 6 safari areas total.

    ● Common (500+ sightings)● Occasional (50-499)● Rare (<50)
    East Africa
    Adwa ParkCentral Rift Valley & Awash, Ethiopia
    Rare
    Abijata-Shalla Lakes National ParkCentral Rift Valley & Awash, Ethiopia
    Rare
    Awash National ParkCentral Rift Valley & Awash, Ethiopia
    Rare
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