ploceus philippinus

Thân thiện

A male ploceus philippinus weaves an intricate nest from grass blades.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A species of weaverbird: Ploceus philippinus is the scientific name for a specific bird species commonly known as the Baya Weaver. It is a small passerine bird found in South and Southeast Asia.
   • Common Indian weaverbird: This term specifically refers to the Baya Weaver, which is notable for the intricate, woven nests constructed by the males during the breeding season.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The Ploceus philippinus is easily identified by its stout conical bill and streaked plumage.
  • We observed a colony of Ploceus philippinus building their characteristic pendulous nests.

Advanced Usage

• In ornithological context: The term is used precisely in scientific literature to distinguish this species from other weavers in the genus .
  • The study focused on the mating rituals of Ploceus philippinus.

Variants and Related Words

• Baya Weaver (n): The common English name for .
  • The Baya Weaver is the most common weaver bird in India.
• Weaverbird (n): A general term for birds of the family Ploceidae, known for their nest-weaving behavior.
  • Weaverbirds are skilled architects.

Synonyms

• Baya Weaver: The standard common name.
• Indian Baya: A regional common name.

Related Phrases

• Weaver bird colony: A group of weaverbirds, including , nesting together.
  • A weaver bird colony can contain dozens of nests hanging from a single tree.

Học thuật

Noun

1. common Indian weaverbird

Từ đồng nghĩa

• baya
• Ploceus philippinus