Sao Tome Weaver
Ploceus sanctithomae
LCLeast Concern Endemic to Sao Tome and Principe
- Family
- Weavers and Allies (Ploceidae)
- Order
- Passeriformes
Overview
The São Tomé weaver (Ploceus sanctithomae) is a species of bird in the family Ploceidae. It is endemic to São Tomé and Príncipe. They are found in the island of São Tomé. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests and subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.
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Range and habitat
Highlands of São Tomé (Gulf of Guinea).
Range description: AviList Global Avian Checklist.
Continents
Countries
Sources and further reading
- Wikipedia: São Tomé weaver
- eBird: sightings, maps and photos
- xeno-canto: sound recordings
- Birds of the World: full species account (subscription)
- BirdLife DataZone: status and threats
- IUCN Red List (threat status)
- AviList global checklist (taxonomy)
Last updated September 29, 2026.
