Southern Masked Weaver

Bird

Southern Masked Weaver Sightings in Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park

Ploceus velatus

Least ConcernPrey speciesOn the checklist

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About the Southern Masked Weaver

The southern masked weaver is a small, highly adaptable African weaver recognised by its bright yellow breeding plumage, black facial mask in males and intricately woven hanging nests. It is commonly found in grassland, savanna, woodland, wetlands and gardens. It feeds mainly on seeds, grains, insects and other small invertebrates. Southern masked weavers are social and often breed in colonies, with males constructing multiple nests from grass and other plant fibres to attract females.

How to identify the Southern Masked Weaver

Small, compact weaver with a black facial mask in breeding males, bright yellow head and breast, and olive-brown wings and back. Females are more subdued brown and yellow with a pale eyebrow.

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