Juba Weaver
NameJuba Weaver
Common NameJuba Weaver
Scientific NamePloceus galbula
FamilyPloceidae
Wingspan (cm)20
Length (cm)14
Weight (g)20
Plumage DetailsAdult breeding males have a black head, chestnut-brown throat and upper breast, and bright yellow underparts, back, and rump. Their wings are olive-yellow with darker flight feathers. Females and non-breeding males are duller, predominantly olive-yellow.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of 'tsip' notes and a characteristic buzzing 'zzzzzzzz' sound, typical of many weaver species.
Primary Habitatsforest, grassland, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Horn of Africa, primarily found in Eritrea, Ethiopia, Djibouti, and Somalia.
Identifying Featuresblack head, chestnut throat and breast, bright yellow body, olive-yellow wings, conical bill
Description
The Juba Weaver is a small, brightly colored passerine bird. Males in breeding plumage display a striking black head, chestnut throat and breast, and vibrant yellow underparts and back. They are often seen foraging in trees and bushes.
