Bates's Weaver vs African Golden Weaver
Ploceus batesi compared with Ploceus subaureus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Bates's Weaver | African Golden Weaver |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ploceus batesi | Ploceus subaureus |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Ploceidae | Ploceidae |
| Conservation Status | Endangered | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 14.5 cm (5.7 in) | 15.2 cm (6.0 in) |
| Weight | 26.6 g (0.94 oz) | 30.580000000000002 g (1.08 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 2-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Endangered
Bates's Weaver
Least Concern
African Golden Weaver
About These Birds
Bates's Weaver
Bates's Weaver is a rare, critically endangered weaver bird restricted to a small area of lowland forest in southern Cameroon. Males have a black head and yellow underparts with dark streaking on the back. As an Endangered species, it is threatened by ongoing deforestation and habitat loss in its extremely limited range.
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.