Sakalava Weaver (Ploceus sakalava)

Sakalava Weaver, a reference photo — Photo: Francesco Veronesi from Italy · CC BY-SA 2.0 (licence)

The Sakalava weaver (Ploceus sakalava) sometimes known as the Sakalava fody is a species of bird in the family Ploceidae. It is endemic to Madagascar. The bird is 15 cm (5.9 in) long and weighs 20–28 g (0.71–0.99 oz).

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Sakalava 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.

Easily confused with

Ploceus philippinus

Classification

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

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