Black-headed Weaver
Black-headed Weaver
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The Black-headed Golden Weaver is a common and conspicuous weaver bird, with breeding males featuring a brilliant golden-yellow body and a black head. It is highly social and adaptable.
Where to spot
Widespread across West and Central Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola. Inhabits savannas, grasslands, agricultural areas, towns, and gardens, often near water.
How to spot
Look for its bright golden-yellow body and entirely black head (in breeding males). They are often found in large, noisy colonies. Listen for their constant, buzzing calls.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Breeding activity is most prominent during the rainy season, when males are in their brightest plumage and are actively building nests.
Where to spot
Widespread across West and Central Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola. Inhabits savannas, grasslands, agricultural areas, towns, and gardens, often near water.
How to spot
Look for its bright golden-yellow body and entirely black head (in breeding males). They are often found in large, noisy colonies. Listen for their constant, buzzing calls.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Breeding activity is most prominent during the rainy season, when males are in their brightest plumage and are actively building nests.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This species often breeds in large, noisy colonies, with males constructing numerous intricately woven nests to attract mates. Their nests are often found in prominent locations near water.
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