Black-breasted/Bengal Weaver

Ploceus benghalensis

Order:

Passeriformes

Family:

Ploceidae

Size:

15-17 centimeters

Weight:

20-25 grams

Taxonomy:

(Linnaeus, 1758)

Short Description:

The Black-breasted/Bengal Weaver (Ploceus benghalensis) is a small passerine bird known for its distinctive black breast and yellowish-brown plumage. Males display intricate weaving skills to build their nests, often in colonies.

Far far away, behind the word mountains, far from the countries Vokalia and Consonantia, there live the blind texts. Separated they live in Bookmarksgrove right at the coast

The Black-breasted/Bengal Weaver is primarily found in the plains and lowland areas, particularly in regions with dense vegetation near water bodies such as rivers, lakes, and marshes.

These weavers are highly social birds, often forming large colonies during the breeding season. They are known for their elaborate courtship displays, which involve intricate nest-building by males to attract females. Outside the breeding season, they forage for seeds, grains, and insects in groups, displaying strong communal behaviors.

Far far away, behind the word mountains, far from the countries Vokalia and Consonantia, there live the blind texts. Separated they live in Bookmarksgrove right at the coast