Loango Weaver
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    Loango Weaver

    Ploceus subpersonatus

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    Vulnerable

    Conservation Status

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    VU - VulnerableDecreasing population

    Faces a high risk of extinction in the wild.

    The Loango Weaver is threatened by habitat loss due to deforestation and agricultural expansion. While specific recovery programs are not widely publicized, conservation efforts in its range focus on protecting natural habitats. Responsible safari tourism helps by providing economic incentives to conserve these areas, supporting local communities, and raising awareness about the importance of protecting the Loango Weaver's fragile ecosystems.

    The Loango weaver is a species of bird in the family Ploceidae. It is found in Angola, Republic of the Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Gabon. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry forests, dry savanna, and swamps. It is threatened by habitat loss.

    Description adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.

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