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Description:
This small songbird species is named in part for males’ bright gold feathers. Females have a duller yellow-green plumage.
Latin Name
Ploceus castaneicepsClass
BirdsOrder
PasseriformesRange
Taveta golden weavers are found in eastern Africa, from Kenya through Tanzania.Status
Taveta golden weavers are rated a species of least concern by the International Union for Conservation of Nature.Habitat
These birds live in a variety of habitats, from forests to swamps.
Niche
They primarily eat seeds, with grasses and insects being part of their diet as well.Life History
The “weaver” portion of the Taveta golden weaver name reflects the elaborate nests that males “weave” from grass. Nests are often created over water, with females laying three eggs on average. The species nests in large colonies, often mixed with other weaver species.
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