Chestnut-crowned Sparrow-Weaver
NameChestnut-crowned Sparrow-Weaver
Common NameChestnut-crowned Sparrow-Weaver
Scientific NamePlocepasser superciliosus
FamilyPloceidae
Wingspan (cm)24
Length (cm)16.5
Weight (g)30
Plumage DetailsFeatures a prominent chestnut crown, a broad white supercilium extending behind the eye, and a dark eye-stripe. The upperparts are streaky brown, while the underparts are whitish to buff. Wings are brown with paler edgings.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a variety of chattering, chirping, and buzzing calls, often given in chorus by groups.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsgrassland, forest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across a broad band of sub-Saharan Africa, from Senegal east to Ethiopia and south to northern Tanzania.
Identifying FeaturesChestnut crown, White supercilium, Dark eye-stripe, Streaky brown upperparts, Whitish underparts
Description
The Chestnut-crowned Sparrow-Weaver is a medium-sized passerine bird characterized by its distinctive chestnut crown and prominent white supercilium. These social birds are typically found in small groups, foraging on the ground or in low bushes within dry savanna and woodland habitats.
