




Ploceus castaneiceps
The Taveta Weaver is a colorful bird known for its beautiful yellow and black feathers. It loves to build intricate nests in tall grasses and trees, making them a fun sight to see in the wild.
Habitat: Grasslands
The Taveta Weaver has a strikingly bright golden-yellow head, chest, and back, which contrasts with its olive-green wings and tail. Its vibrant red eye is distinctive. Males are much brighter than females, which are duller olive.





Category
BirdsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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A male weaver can build several nests to show off for a mate!
Their round nests have a tiny side entrance, like a secret door!
These tiny birds help spread plant seeds by eating them and flying around.
They often build nests above water, making it harder for predators.
The Taveta Weaver can expertly weave strong, intricate nests from grass and reeds to keep its eggs and chicks safe.
Taveta Weavers live in colonies, which helps them build many nests close together for protection and social living.
This bird has a variety of chirps and calls that helps them communicate with each other in their bustling colonies.
These small birds enjoy munching on seeds and catching yummy insects!
Dispholidus typus
Snake that preys on weaver nests and adults.
Accipiter tachiro
A raptor that hunts small birds, including weavers.

Phragmites australis
Provides nesting material and shelter near water.

Sorghum bicolor
Feeds on the seeds from this important cereal crop.
Feathered describes animals, primarily birds, possessing a covering of feathers.
Social animals live in organized groups, cooperating for survival benefits such as foraging, defense, and raising offspring.
Singing animals produce complex vocalizations, often for purposes of attracting mates, defending territory, or communicating within their species.
This trait characterizes organisms that construct elaborate silken webs for catching prey, shelter, or reproduction.
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Grassland habitats are terrestrial biomes dominated by grasses and herbaceous plants, supporting a variety of grazing animals.
This trait identifies organisms whose diet primarily consists of insects and other small invertebrates.
Diurnal animals are primarily active during daylight hours, typically resting or sleeping at night.
Endangered status indicates a species is at a very high risk of extinction in the wild in the near future.
No aliases listed yet.
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always observe birds from a distance to avoid startling them.
13-14 cm
20-22 cm
0.015-0.022 kg
3-5 years
40 km/h
These small birds enjoy munching on seeds and catching yummy insects!
Grasslands
Foraging
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