Gola Malimbe vs African Golden Weaver
Malimbus ballmanni compared with Ploceus subaureus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Gola Malimbe | African Golden Weaver |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Malimbus ballmanni | Ploceus subaureus |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Ploceidae | Ploceidae |
| Conservation Status | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 17.0 cm (6.7 in) | 15.2 cm (6.0 in) |
| Weight | 63.0 g (2.22 oz) | 30.580000000000002 g (1.08 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-2 | 2-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
Gola Malimbe
Least Concern
African Golden Weaver
About These Birds
African Golden Weaver
The African Golden Weaver weighs about 31g and inhabits coastal East Africa. Males are vivid yellow with orange-washed heads and weave intricate hanging nests over water during breeding season.