Near ThreatenedLegendarySeedsWoodlandDomed nestSmall · 21 g
About the Olive-headed Weaver
The olive-headed weaver is a species of bird in the family Ploceidae. It is found in Malawi, Mozambique, Tanzania, and Zambia. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical dry forests. It is threatened by habitat loss.
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Where it lives
Regular range
When to see it
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Peak activity in July · a variable species across most of its range
Easily confused with
Ruvu WeaverPloceus holoxanthusMale Ruvu weavers are bright yellow with an orange face.
Ruvu WeaverPloceus holoxanthusMale Ruvu weavers are bright yellow with an orange face.
Juba WeaverPloceus dichrocephalusThe Juba weaver, also known as Salvadori's weaver, is a species of bird in the family Ploceidae.
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