Ploceidae Collection (page 2)

Side view of a male Red-Collared Widowbird, with its head in profile, perching on a thin, lichen-covered branch, photographed during the breeding season showing its long, feathered tail

Side rear view of a female Shaft-Tailed Whydah, perching on a lichen-covered branch, with head in profile

House Sparrow (Passer domesticus) perched on wooden rail in the sun, side view

Side view of a White-Rumped Munia, perching on a narrow branch covered in lichen, with head in profile and slightly cocked to one side

Aegopodium podagraria, goutweed
Aegopodium podagraria L. a member of the Apiaceae family, cited by Linnaeus under his description of that name in Species Plantarum (1753), also the designated type specimen for that name

White-headed buffalo weavers (Dinemellia dinemelli) San Diego Zoo, California

Sakalava Weaver (Ploceus sakalava) adult male, in flight, drinking from tap, Ifaty, Western Madagascar, august

Yellow / Eastern Golden Weaver - male displaying on nest - eastern coastal strip from South Africa to Kenya
ASW-4839 Yellow / Eastern Golden Weaver - male displaying on nest Qolora Mouth, nr East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa. Ploceus subaureus Alan J. S

Yellow Weaver - male building nest - eastern coastal strip from South Africa to Kenya
ASW-4840 Yellow Weaver - male building nest Qolora Mouth, nr East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa. Ploceus subaureus Alan J. S

Australian Red-browed Finch - in flight low above ground - Bunya Mountains National Park, Queensland
EL-1905 Australian Red-browed Finch - in flight low above ground Bunya Mountains National Park, Queensland, Australia Neochmia temporalis Eric Lindgren Please note that prints are for personal

Cape Weaver. Mountain Zebra National Park, Eastern Cape, South Africa. Endemic to South Africa
ASW-4633 Cape Weaver Mountain Zebra National Park, Eastern Cape, South Africa. Endemic to South Africa Ploceus capensis Alan J. S

Cape Weaver displaying on branch. Mountain Zebra National Park, Eastern Cape, South Africa. Endemic to South Africa
ASW-4632 Cape Weaver displaying on branch Mountain Zebra National Park, Eastern Cape, South Africa. Endemic to South Africa Ploceus capensis Alan J. S

Male Southern Red Bishop in breeding plumage. Inhabits grassland and savanna associated with water; breeds in reed
ASW-4577 Southern Red Bishop - male in breeding plumage Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa. Euplectes orix Inhabits grassland and savanna associated with water; breeds in reed beds

Male Cape Weaver on perch. Inhabits grassland and fynbos, especially along river courses. Communal nester
ASW-4567 Male Cape Weaver - on perch Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa. Ploceus capensis Inhabits grassland and fynbos, especially along river courses. Communal nester. Alan J. S

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"Ploceidae: A Captivating World of Weaver Birds" In August 1912, the renowned explorer Augustus H. Bishop embarked on a daring expedition, armed with nothing but his wits and a pair of majestic elephant tusks. Little did he know that his journey would lead him to uncover the fascinating world of Ploceidae. One such member of this avian family is the Vitelline masked weaver, a striking male bird perched gracefully on a hanging nest in Tanzania's Serengeti/Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Its vibrant plumage and intricate nest-building skills are truly awe-inspiring. Traveling across continents, we encounter another remarkable species - the Baya weaver. Found in rural Karnataka, India, these breeding males showcase their architectural prowess as they perch confidently on their meticulously woven nests. Similarly, in Tongbiguan Nature Reserve within Dehong prefecture lies yet another spectacle - the Baya weaver amidst its carefully constructed abode. Venturing further into Masai-Mara Game Reserve and Oman's wilderness reveals two more members displaying their craftsmanship. The Village weaver diligently builds its nest while Ruppells weaver showcases its expertise during May's scorching heat. Nature never ceases to amaze us as it unfolds breathtaking scenes like those witnessed at Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park in South Africa. Here, the Southern masked weaver hangs its intricately designed nest from a tree branch with utmost precision. Delving into history unveils artistic renditions capturing Ploceidae's allure centuries ago. Page 325 depicts "The Widow bird" from 1810-17 with watercolors and manuscript text while an exquisite Northern Red Bishop painting from 1834 mesmerizes viewers with its delicate details. Not only do these birds excel at construction and aesthetics; they also indulge in moments of leisurely bliss.