Chestnut-backed Sparrow-Weaver vs African Golden Weaver
Plocepasser rufoscapulatus compared with Ploceus subaureus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Chestnut-backed Sparrow-Weaver | African Golden Weaver |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Plocepasser rufoscapulatus | Ploceus subaureus |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Ploceidae | Ploceidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 18.8 cm (7.4 in) | 15.2 cm (6.0 in) |
| Weight | 44.666666666666664 g (1.58 oz) | 30.580000000000002 g (1.08 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 2-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
Chestnut-backed Sparrow-Weaver only
None
African Golden Weaver only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Chestnut-backed Sparrow-Weaver
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.