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Nelicourvi Weaver

Nelicourvi Weaver

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The Nelicourvi Weaver is a colourful weaver endemic to Madagascar, with males boasting a distinctive black cap and yellow underparts. It thrives in various wooded habitats across the island.
Where to spot
Widespread throughout Madagascar, inhabiting forests, woodlands, savannas, and cultivated areas, often near human settlements.
How to spot
Look for their vibrant colours and listen for their chattering calls. They are often seen foraging in trees or near their colonial nesting sites.
When to spot
Active year-round, but breeding activity and the males' brightest plumage are observed during the breeding season, which typically aligns with the local rainy season.
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File:Ploceus nelicourvi (AM LB7907).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Ploceus nelicourvi (AM LB7907-4).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This species is notable for incorporating grass and palm fibers into its intricately woven, hanging nests.
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