Black-breasted Weaver vs Yellow-legged Weaver
Ploceus benghalensis compared with Ploceus flavipes
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-breasted Weaver | Yellow-legged Weaver |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ploceus benghalensis | Ploceus flavipes |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Ploceidae | Ploceidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 13.8 cm (5.4 in) | 15.4 cm (6.1 in) |
| Weight | 20.0 g (0.71 oz) | 46.3 g (1.63 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-5 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
Black-breasted Weaver only
Yellow-legged Weaver only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Black-breasted Weaver
Vulnerable
Yellow-legged Weaver
About These Birds
Black-breasted Weaver
The Black-breasted Weaver is a colonial nesting weaver bird of South Asian grasslands and reed beds, with breeding males showing a chestnut crown, dark brown breast patch, and streaked yellow and brown upperparts. It ranges across the Indian subcontinent from Pakistan east to Bangladesh, inhabiting tall grasslands, cultivation, and marshes. It feeds on seeds and insects, nesting in large colonies in reed beds or tall grass.