Sociable Weaver - Philetairus socius

Length 5.6 in (14.2 cm)
Weight 0.8-1.1 oz (24-32 g)
Clutch Size 2-6
Chicks at birth Altricial
IUCN Conservation Status Least Concern
Continents:AF
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The Sociable Weaver or Social Weaver is endemic to South Africa. Unusual for birds, they build large compound community nests that can house over a hundred pairs of birds.

Diet mainly consists of insects. They also eat seeds and other plant products.

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