Asian Golden Weaver vs Black-necked Weaver
Ploceus hypoxanthus compared with Ploceus nigricollis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Asian Golden Weaver | Black-necked Weaver |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ploceus hypoxanthus | Ploceus nigricollis |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Ploceidae | Ploceidae |
| Conservation Status | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 13.4 cm (5.3 in) | 14.9 cm (5.9 in) |
| Weight | 18.8 g (0.66 oz) | 29.133333333333336 g (1.03 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2 | 2-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
Asian Golden Weaver only
Black-necked Weaver only
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
Asian Golden Weaver
Least Concern
Black-necked Weaver
About These Birds
Asian Golden Weaver
The Asian Golden Weaver is a Near Threatened bird found in grasslands and wetland edges across Southeast Asia. Weighing about 18.8g with a wingspan of 13.4cm, the breeding male displays striking golden-yellow plumage. It builds woven nests and feeds on seeds and insects.
Black-necked Weaver
The Black-necked Weaver is a medium-sized weaver; males have a black head and neck, golden-yellow body, and brown wings, while females are more streaked. It inhabits dense forest edges, secondary growth, and tall vegetation near water in west-central Africa. Males build woven hanging nests in colonies, and the species feeds on seeds, insects, and berries.