Southern Masked-Weaver
Southern Masked-Weaver
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jenny van Dorland
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The Village Weaver is arguably the most common and widespread weaver in Africa, recognized by the breeding male's brilliant yellow and black plumage. It is a highly social and noisy species.
Where to spot
Widespread across sub-Saharan Africa, from Senegal to Sudan and south to South Africa. Introduced to other regions. Inhabits savannas, woodlands, farmlands, urban areas, and gardens.
How to spot
Look for its bright yellow and black plumage (in breeding males) and highly visible colonial nests. They are often found in large, noisy groups. Listen for their constant, raucous chattering.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Breeding season is strongly tied to the rainy season, when males are in their brightest plumage and are actively building nests.
Where to spot
Widespread across sub-Saharan Africa, from Senegal to Sudan and south to South Africa. Introduced to other regions. Inhabits savannas, woodlands, farmlands, urban areas, and gardens.
How to spot
Look for its bright yellow and black plumage (in breeding males) and highly visible colonial nests. They are often found in large, noisy groups. Listen for their constant, raucous chattering.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Breeding season is strongly tied to the rainy season, when males are in their brightest plumage and are actively building nests.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Males are incredible architects, weaving elaborate, enclosed nests from grass and palm strips, often in large, noisy colonies near human habitation or water bodies. A single male can build several nests in a season.
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