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Southern masked weaver

SourceFrans Van Heerden · © Frans Van Heerden

BS-0186

Southern Masked Weaver

Ploceus velatus

A male Southern Masked Weaver is strikingly golden yellow, with a bold, velvety black mask covering the face and throat. The wings are darker brown to black with warm yellow edging, while the back and underparts glow yellow-gold, creating a sharp, graphic contrast between the dark face and brilliant body.

Family
Ploceidae
Region
Africa
Range
Southern Africa
Habitat
Grassland
Dominant color
Yellow
Conservation status
Least Concern

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