Bird Guide

Principe Weaver

Ploceus princeps

Least ConcernEndemicOmnivoreForestDomed nestSmall · 31 g

About the Principe Weaver

The Príncipe weaver is a species of bird in the family Ploceidae. It is endemic to São Tomé and Príncipe, where it is found on the island of Príncipe. It was described by Charles Lucien Bonaparte in 1851. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.

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Where the Principe Weaver lives

Regular range

When to see the Principe Weaver

Peak activity in January · a variable species across most of its range

Easily confused with

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