Village weaver
Ploceus cucullatus
IUCN red list status:
Least Concern
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Found througout sub-sahara Africa
Omnivorous birds, they will eat seeds, fruit, nectar and insects.
They nest in large groups and can have up to 200 nests in one tree. Males can weave a single nest for up to 11 hours.
24-years
Village weaver
This medium-sized weaver is one of the most common weavers found throughout Africa. Their name comes from the complex and intricate basket nests that the males will create to attract females. Females will judge males based on their nests and if they are suitable to hold their eggs. If they deem them acceptable then they will add to it and line them with feathers and leaves.
Did you know?
Abandoned nests can be used by other animals such as ants, bats and other birds.
