Loango Weaver
NameLoango Weaver
Common NameLoango Weaver
Scientific NamePloceus subpersonatus
FamilyPloceidae
Wingspan (cm)19
Length (cm)13.5
Weight (g)17
Plumage DetailsBreeding males are bright yellow with a prominent black mask covering the face and throat. The back and wings are yellowish-green, and the underparts are bright yellow. Females and non-breeding males are duller, with less distinct facial markings and a more olive-green back.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations typically consist of a series of buzzing, chattering, and sibilant notes, often delivered from within dense vegetation.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, grassland
Conservation Statusnear-threatened
Geographic RangeFound in a restricted coastal strip of West-Central Africa, specifically from southwestern Gabon through the Republic of the Congo to Cabinda (Angola).
Identifying Featuresbright yellow plumage, black facial mask, small size, conical bill
Description
This small, striking bird is characterized by its bright yellow plumage and distinctive black mask. It typically perches in trees and shrubs, often found in coastal forest and savanna habitats, where it forages for seeds and insects.
