Sociable Weaver Collection

Picture No. 12020054
Detail of a communal nest of Sociable Weavers with its numerous chambers - Tirasberge, Namtib Biosphere Reserve, Namibia. Date:

Sociable weaver (Philetairus socius) nest in quiver tree (Aloidendron dichotomum) Quiver tree forest, Keetmanshoop, Namibia

Picture No. 12009371
Huge communal nest of Sociable Weavers in a camelthorn tree (Acacia erioloba) - Kalahari Desert, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa Date:

Picture No. 12009369
Huge communal nest of Sociable Weavers with its numerous chambers - in a camelthorn tree (Acacia erioloba) - Kalahari Desert, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa Date:

Africa, Namibia, Hardap region. Nesting colony of sociable weavers

Picture No. 12020055
Communal nest of Sociable Weavers with its numerous chambers - in a Camelthorn tree (Acacia erioloba) - Tirasberge, Namtib Biosphere Reserve, Namibia. Date:

Picture No. 12009372
Huge communal nest of Sociable Weavers at a telephone pole at the N10 road between the town of Upington and the Namibian border - Kalahari Desert, Northern Cape province, South Africa Date:

Picture No. 12009370
Huge communal nest of Sociable Weavers in a camelthorn tree (Acacia erioloba) - Kalahari Desert, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa Date:

Picture No. 12009368
Detail of a communal nest of Sociable Weavers with its numerous chambers - Kalahari Desert, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa Date:

Picture No. 12009366
Sociable Weaver - males in the vicinity of their nest - in the last light of the evening - Kalahari Desert, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa Date:

Picture No. 12009365
Sociable Weaver - male - perching in the vicinity of its nest - Kalahari Desert, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa Date:

The large communal nest of sociable weavers (Philetairus socius) in dry country near Sesriem. These nests are among the most remarkable in the world; they have a large number of nest chambers

Picture No. 11991571
Huge communal nest of Sociable Weavers in a camelthorn tree (Acacia erioloba) - Kalahari Desert, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa Date:

Nesting colony of hanging in a tree, Sociable Weaver -Philetairus socius-, Etosha National Park, Namibia

Trees with nesting colony of the Sociable Weaver -Philetairus socius-, Etosha National Park, Namibia

Nesting colony of the Sociable Weaver -Philetairus socius- in a tree, Etosha National Park, Namibia

Camel thorn tree -Acacia erioloba- with nesting colony of the Sociable Weaver -Philetairus socius-, Kalahari, Namibia

Camel Thorn Tree -Acacia erioloba- with nests of the Sociable Weaver -Philetairus socius-, Kalahari Desert, Namibia

Nests of Sociable Weavers or Social Weavers -Philetairus socius- in a tree, Naukluft Mountains, Hardap Region, Namibia

Africa, Sociable weaver (Philetairus socius), sitting on the bark of a tree, side view

Sociable weaver nest C016 / 4773
Sociable weaver nest. Nest built by a sociable weaver (Philetairus socius) bird colony in a camel thorn acacia tree (Acacia erioloba)

Sociable weaver nest C016 / 4765
Sociable weaver nest. Nest built by a sociable weaver (Philetairus socius) bird colony in a quiver tree (Aloe dichotoma). The sociable weaver builds large communal nests providing shelter for up to

Sociable weavers nest. The sociable weaver (Philetairus socius, one at upper centre) builds large communal nests. Up to 400 birds can inhabit a single nest

Sociable weaver (social weaver) (Philetairus socius), Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, encompassing the former Kalahari Gemsbok National Park, South Africa, Africa

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In the vast landscapes of Africa's Hardap region, a remarkable sight can be witnessed - the bustling nesting colony of sociable weavers (Philetairus socius). Picture No. 12020054 captures this incredible phenomenon as their intricate nests adorn the branches of quiver trees (Aloidendron dichotomum), creating a mesmerizing spectacle. These industrious birds are renowned for their social nature and cooperative behavior, hence their name. Picture No. 12009371 showcases one such nest, showcasing the meticulous craftsmanship that goes into its construction. Made from grasses and twigs intricately woven together, these communal homes can accommodate hundreds of individuals. As seen in Picture No. 12009369, these nests are not just simple structures but rather architectural marvels with multiple chambers and entrances designed to provide shelter from predators and harsh weather conditions. The sociable weavers' collective effort ensures safety in numbers while fostering a strong sense of community among its members. Picture No. 12020055 offers a closer look at these charming birds as they flit about their elaborate abodes, engaging in lively interactions with one another. Their chattering calls fill the air as they communicate and coordinate various activities like foraging or defending their territory against intruders. The images captured in Pictures No. 12009372 and 12009370 depict moments where sociable weavers engage in grooming rituals, reinforcing social bonds within the colony while maintaining impeccable plumage hygiene. Amidst this flurry of activity lies an underlying harmony that is beautifully showcased in Pictures No. 12009368 and 12009366 – numerous birds perched side by side on branches or flying gracefully through the sky; each movement synchronized like a well-choreographed dance routine. Even during quieter times when most members rest inside their cozy nests, there is still an aura of camaraderie evident throughout the colony as depicted in Pictures No. 12009365 and 11991571.