Taveta Golden Weaver


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Description


These birds

Range & Habitat

Taveta golden weavers are native to Kenya and United Republic of Tanzania.

Behavior

Weavers

Diet

Herbivore: Diet consists primarily of seeds, supplemented by grass and invertebrates.

Conservation

The population is suspected to be stable in the absence of evidence for any declines or substantial threats.

Fun Facts

  • The male Taveta Golden Weaver uses his beak to weave intricate ovoid nests, usually over water. Females pick a mate based on the male’s skill at weaving.