African Golden Weaver vs Black-capped Social-Weaver
Ploceus subaureus compared with Pseudonigrita cabanisi
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | African Golden Weaver | Black-capped Social-Weaver |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ploceus subaureus | Pseudonigrita cabanisi |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Ploceidae | Ploceidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 15.2 cm (6.0 in) | 13.2 cm (5.2 in) |
| Weight | 30.580000000000002 g (1.08 oz) | 20.75 g (0.73 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | 2-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
African Golden Weaver only
Black-capped Social-Weaver only
None
Conservation Status
Least Concern
African Golden Weaver
Least Concern
Black-capped Social-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.
Black-capped Social-Weaver
The Black-capped Social-Weaver is a small, colonial sparrow-like bird of East African dry thorn scrub and acacia savanna, with a distinctive black cap contrasting with pale brown plumage. It ranges in arid areas of Kenya, Tanzania, and southern Ethiopia, building large communal stick nests in trees that may be occupied year-round. It feeds on grass seeds and small insects.