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The male village weaver, also known as the spotted-backed weaver, is a stunning bird that can be found in the savannas of Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Background imageSpotted Backed Collection: Male Village / Spotted-backed Weaver on perch. Inhabits savanna, breeding colonially in trees

Male Village / Spotted-backed Weaver on perch. Inhabits savanna, breeding colonially in trees, often overhanging water
ASW-4578 Village / Spotted-backed Weaver - male on perch Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa Ploceus cucullatus Inhabits savanna, breeding colonially in trees, often overhanging water

Background imageSpotted Backed Collection: Picture No. 11067496

Picture No. 11067496
Village / Spotted-backed Black Headed Weaver male in flight arriving at nest. Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya. Date:

Background imageSpotted Backed Collection: Picture No. 11067492

Picture No. 11067492
Village / Spotted-backed Black Headed Weaver male building nest using grass stems. Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya. Date:

Background imageSpotted Backed Collection: Picture No. 11067490

Picture No. 11067490
Village / Spotted-backed Black Headed Weaver male flapping wings to attract females to his nest. Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya. Date:

Background imageSpotted Backed Collection: Picture No. 11067489

Picture No. 11067489
Village / Spotted-backed Black Headed Weaver male building nest using grass stems. Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya. Date:

Background imageSpotted Backed Collection: Village Weaver (Ploceus cucullatus cucullatus) adult male, perched on twig, Stingless-bee Road

Village Weaver (Ploceus cucullatus cucullatus) adult male, perched on twig, Stingless-bee Road, Ghana, February

Background imageSpotted Backed Collection: Spotted-backed / Black-headed / Village Weaver Bird VAN 218 Male in breeding plumage

Spotted-backed / Black-headed / Village Weaver Bird VAN 218 Male in breeding plumage
VAN-218 Black-headed / Spotted-backed / Village WEAVER - male in breeding plumage KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, South Africa Ploceus cucullatus Ingrid Van den Berg contact details: prints@ardea.com tel

Background imageSpotted Backed Collection: Spottedbacked Weavers searching for nesting material, Ploceus cucullatus, Imfolozi Game Reserve

Spottedbacked Weavers searching for nesting material, Ploceus cucullatus, Imfolozi Game Reserve, South Africa

Background imageSpotted Backed Collection: Black-headed / Spotted-backed / Village Weaver - at nest

Black-headed / Spotted-backed / Village Weaver - at nest
LA-4911 Black-headed / Spotted-backed / Village Weaver - at nest Ploceus cucullatus Jean Michel Labat Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageSpotted Backed Collection: Spotted-backed / Black-headed Weaver. Maasai Mara - Kenya - Africa

Spotted-backed / Black-headed Weaver. Maasai Mara - Kenya - Africa
WAT-9560 Spotted-backed / Black-headed Weaver. Maasai Mara - Kenya - Africa Ploceus cucullatus M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageSpotted Backed Collection: Village / Black-headed / Spotted-backed Weaver

Village / Black-headed / Spotted-backed Weaver
PS-8829 Village / Black-headed / Spotted-backed / Spot-backed Weaver - Building / weaving nest Ploceus cucullatus Peter Steyn Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only


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The male village weaver, also known as the spotted-backed weaver, is a stunning bird that can be found in the savannas of Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa. With its vibrant plumage and intricate nest-building skills, this species never fails to captivate observers. Inhabiting trees that often overhang water, these birds breed colonially and create their nests with meticulous precision. Picture No. 11067496 showcases one such male perched on a twig in Stingless-bee Road, Ghana. The contrast between its black head and spotted back is truly striking. During breeding season, which occurs in Kwazulu Natal Midlands, South Africa as seen in Picture No. 11067490 and Picture No. 11067489, the male village weavers display their most magnificent plumage - a sight to behold indeed. Their feathers are adorned with beautiful patterns of spots that add an extra touch of elegance to their appearance. When not breeding, these social birds congregate in large flocks across grasslands as depicted in Picture No. 11067492. It's fascinating to witness them fluttering together like synchronized dancers against the backdrop of vast open spaces. Spotted-backed weavers are diligent nest builders who tirelessly search for nesting material as shown in Imfolozi Game Reserve (Picture No. 11067496). They meticulously weave strands of grasses into intricately designed nests suspended from tree branches or reeds above water bodies. Their dedication to creating safe havens for their young ones is evident through multiple images showcasing them building nests (Picture No. 11067489) (Picture No. 11067490) (Picture No. 11067492). These skilled architects ensure every detail is perfect before settling down to raise their brood. Not only are they master builders but also talented singers. In one image captured during nest construction (Picture No.