Black-chinned Weaver vs African Golden Weaver
Ploceus nigrimentus compared with Ploceus subaureus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-chinned Weaver | African Golden Weaver |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ploceus nigrimentus | Ploceus subaureus |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Ploceidae | Ploceidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 17.4 cm (6.9 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
Least Concern
Black-chinned Weaver
Least Concern
African Golden Weaver
About These Birds
Black-chinned Weaver
The Black-chinned Weaver is a forest weaver bird of Central African lowland rainforests, with the male displaying a yellow head and underparts with a distinctive black chin patch and streaked brown back. It inhabits the canopy and edges of primary and tall secondary forests in Cameroon, Gabon, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. It feeds on seeds and insects, building pendant woven nests.
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.