Black-billed Weaver
NameBlack-billed Weaver
Common NameBlack-billed Weaver
Scientific NamePloceus melanogaster
FamilyPloceidae
Wingspan (cm)19
Length (cm)14.5
Weight (g)22.5
Plumage DetailsAdult males have a glossy black body plumage with a vibrant yellow head, including the crown, nape, and sides of the head. The bill is entirely black. Females are duller, with olive-green upperparts and yellowish underparts, also possessing a black bill.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of buzzing, chattering, and sibilant notes, often described as a 'tsip-tsip-tsip' or a more complex 'churr-churr-churr-tsip'.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThe Black-billed Weaver is found in West and Central Africa, with its range extending from Sierra Leone eastward through countries like Cameroon and Gabon, to Uganda and south to Angola.
Identifying Featuresbright yellow head, glossy black body, black bill, small size
Description
This small, striking weaver is characterized by its glossy black body and a contrasting bright yellow head. It is typically found foraging in the canopy and subcanopy of tropical forests, often in pairs or small groups.
