Asian Golden Weaver
Ploceus hypoxanthus
The Asian Golden Weaver (Ploceus hypoxanthus) is a rare weaver found in 6 countries, weighing about 19 g. The Asian golden weaver is a species of bird in the family Ploceidae.
About the Asian Golden Weaver
The Asian golden weaver is a species of bird in the family Ploceidae. It is found in Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical seasonally wet or flooded lowland grassland, swamps, and arable land. It is threatened by habitat loss and capture, notably for the merit release trade.
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How to identify it
The breeding male is generally bright yellow with a black mask (diagnostic in Asia). Females, non-breeding males and young birds are dull coloured and difficult to distinguish from the Baya Weaver, with their thicker bills being the only thing that sets them apart. In general, Asian golden weavers are considered medium-sized birds with yellow and black upperparts, along with yellow underparts. They possess a black face, yellow crown, a strong black bill, and have an average length of 22 centimeters.
Where it lives
Recorded as a rare visitor in Cambodia.
When to see it
The Asian Golden Weaver can be seen all year round, with peak activity in March. It is a resident species across most of its range.
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Quick questions
- How do you identify an Asian Golden Weaver?
- The breeding male is generally bright yellow with a black mask (diagnostic in Asia). Full identification notes are on this page.
- How big is an Asian Golden Weaver?
- The Asian Golden Weaver is a small sized bird weighing about 19 g.
- Where can you see an Asian Golden Weaver?
- The Asian Golden Weaver occurs in 6 countries, including Thailand, Myanmar (Burma), Singapore, Laos and Vietnam.
- What birds look similar to an Asian Golden Weaver?
- The Asian Golden Weaver is most easily confused with the Black-breasted Weaver, the Little Weaver and the Little Weaver.
- Is the Asian Golden Weaver endangered?
- The Asian Golden Weaver is listed as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List.
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