Bertrand's Weaver is a medium-sized weaver bird with streaky brown upperparts and yellowish underparts, found in montane forests of East Africa. Males have a darker head during breeding.
Where to spot
Found in the montane regions of Malawi and Tanzania. Inhabits montane forests, forest edges, and cultivation.
How to spot
Look for its streaky plumage and yellowish underparts. Males have a dark head when breeding. Search forest edges and clearings. Listen for its typical weaver calls and songs.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Breeding activity is linked to local rainy seasons. Active throughout the day.
Where to spot
Found in the montane regions of Malawi and Tanzania. Inhabits montane forests, forest edges, and cultivation.
How to spot
Look for its streaky plumage and yellowish underparts. Males have a dark head when breeding. Search forest edges and clearings. Listen for its typical weaver calls and songs.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Breeding activity is linked to local rainy seasons. Active throughout the day.
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This species is found at higher altitudes than many other weavers, often preferring forest edges and clearings within montane regions.
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