Black-headed Weaver

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Ploceus melanocephalus

Black-headed Weaver, a reference photo
Photo: Tom Tarrant · CC BY-SA 3.0 (licence)

The black-headed weaver (Ploceus melanocephalus), also known as yellow-backed weaver, is a species of bird in the family Ploceidae. It is a resident breeder in damp areas in tropical Africa.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Black-headed Weaver being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

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Classification

Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Aves
Order
Passeriformes
Family
Ploceidae
Genus
Ploceus
Species
Ploceus melanocephalus

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