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Taveta Weaver

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

Appearance

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.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAvesOrderPasseriformesFamilyPloceidaeGenusPloceus
Taveta Weaver
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Taveta Weaver

Category

Birds

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

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.

Special abilities

Ability

Master Weaver

The Taveta Weaver can expertly weave strong, intricate nests from grass and reeds to keep its eggs and chicks safe.

Ability

Community Builder

Taveta Weavers live in colonies, which helps them build many nests close together for protection and social living.

Ability

Vocal Communicator

This bird has a variety of chirps and calls that helps them communicate with each other in their bustling colonies.

Measurements & details

Length
13-14 cm
Wingspan
20-22 cm
Weight
0.015-0.022 kg
Lifespan
3-5 years
Top Speed
40 km/h
Clutch Size
2-4
Incubation
11-14 days

Diet & Feeding

These small birds enjoy munching on seeds and catching yummy insects!

Primary Foods

  • grass seeds
  • beetles
  • caterpillars
  • small fruits
  • nectar

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

eaten by

Boomslang

Dispholidus typus

Snake that preys on weaver nests and adults.

eaten by

African Goshawk

Accipiter tachiro

A raptor that hunts small birds, including weavers.

depends on

Common Reed

Phragmites australis

Provides nesting material and shelter near water.

eats

Sorghum

Sorghum bicolor

Feeds on the seeds from this important cereal crop.

Traits

Also known as

No aliases listed yet.

Collections

Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Always observe birds from a distance to avoid startling them.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Taveta Weaver?

13-14 cm

What is Taveta Weaver's wingspan?

20-22 cm

How much does Taveta Weaver weigh?

0.015-0.022 kg

How long does Taveta Weaver live?

3-5 years

How fast can Taveta Weaver move?

40 km/h

What does Taveta Weaver eat?

These small birds enjoy munching on seeds and catching yummy insects!

Where is Taveta Weaver usually found?

Grasslands

How does Taveta Weaver hunt?

Foraging

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