Northern red bishop
Euplectes franciscanus
The northern red bishop or orange bishop (Euplectes franciscanus) is a small passerine bird in the family Ploceidae.
About the Northern red bishop
The northern red bishop or orange bishop (Euplectes franciscanus) is a small passerine bird in the family Ploceidae. It is part of the largest genus in the family with over 60 different species. Its sister species is the Southern red bishop (Euplectes orix). This species is most recognizable by the bright reddish orange with contrasting black plumage displayed by the breeding male. It is most common throughout the northern African continent but has also been introduced to areas in the western hemisphere.
Fun Facts About Northern red bishop
- This species is most recognizable by the bright reddish orange with contrasting black plumage displayed by the breeding male.
- It is part of the largest genus in the family with over 60 different species.
Conservation Status
The Northern red bishop is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. This species is currently stable and not at significant risk of population decline.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Order | passerines |
| Family | Ploceidae |
| Genus | Euplectes |
| Species | Euplectes franciscanus |
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