Taveta Golden Weaver 001

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Taveta Golden Weaver 001

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Flees Photos

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Photograph - Home Decor And Giclee Wall Art By Chris Flees

Description

The Taveta Golden Weaver (Ploceus castaneiceps) is a species of bird native to East Africa, specifically found in Kenya and Tanzania. Here are some facts about the Taveta Golden Weaver:

Appearance:

Adult males have bright golden-yellow plumage on their head, breast, and upperparts.
They have a distinctive chestnut-colored crown on their head.
Females and non-breeding males have more subdued colors, with olive-brown plumage.
Nesting Behavior:

Taveta Golden Weavers are known for their intricate and elaborate nest-building skills.
The males construct pendant-shaped nests using grass and palm fibers, typically suspended from the tips of branches overhanging water.
The purpose of building such hanging nests is believed to be a strategy to protect them from predators like snakes and monkeys.
Breeding Season:

These weavers breed during the rainy season when food availability is high.
Breeding season often coincides with the period of peak insect abundance, providing a reliable food source for the chicks.
Diet:

Their diet consists mainly of seeds, insects, and other small invertebrates.
During the breeding season, they may also consume more insects to meet the higher energy demands associated with reproduction.
Distribution:

Taveta Golden Weavers are found in a relatively limited geographic range, primarily in the coastal areas of Kenya and Tanzania.
Conservation Status:

The conservation status of the Taveta Golden Weaver is currently assessed as "Least Concern" by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). However, like many species, they face threats such as habitat loss and fragmentation.
Social Behavior:

These birds are generally social and may be found in small flocks, especially outside the breeding season.
Males often display and sing to attract females during the breeding season.
Vocalizations:

Taveta Golden Weavers are known for their vocalizations, which include a variety of calls and songs used for communication, especially during courtship.
Molting:

Molting is the process where birds shed and replace their feathers. Molting in Taveta Golden Weavers usually occurs after the breeding season.
Scientific Classification:

Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Aves
Order: Passeriformes
Family: Ploceidae
Genus: Ploceus
Species: P. castaneiceps
Observing the behavior and ecology of species like the Taveta Golden Weaver contributes to our understanding of avian biology and aids in conservation efforts to protect their habitats.

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November 12th, 2023

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