Katanga Masked Weaver

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The Katanga Masked Weaver is a small, bright yellow weaver bird with a black mask and a distinctive chestnut wash on the throat in breeding males. It is found in woodlands.

Where to spot

Endemic to the Katanga region of southeastern Democratic Republic of Congo and adjacent Zambia. Inhabits woodlands, especially Miombo woodlands.

How to spot

Look for its bright yellow plumage, black mask, and the chestnut wash on the throat (in breeding males). Search Miombo woodlands and listen for its typical weaver 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

Endemic to the Katanga region of southeastern Democratic Republic of Congo and adjacent Zambia. Inhabits woodlands, especially Miombo woodlands.

How to spot

Look for its bright yellow plumage, black mask, and the chestnut wash on the throat (in breeding males). Search Miombo woodlands and listen for its typical weaver 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.