Juba weaver

The Juba weaver, also known as Salvadori's weaver, is a species of bird in the family Ploceidae. It is found in the Horn of Africa.

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Distribution

Region

Horn of Africa

Typical Environment

Occurs mainly along the Jubba and Shabelle river systems and adjacent thornbush savannas, with a preference for riverine woodland and acacia scrub. It favors gallery forests, flooded thickets, and reedbeds where suitable nest sites over water are available. The species also uses nearby cultivated fields and edges for foraging. Colonies are typically placed in trees that overhang water, providing protection from ground predators.

Altitude Range

0–1200 m

Climate Zone

Arid

Characteristics

Size13–15 cm

Wing Span22–25 cm

Male Weight0.024 kg

Female Weight0.021 kg

Life Expectancy6 years

Ease of Keeping

Beginner friendly: 2/5

Useful to know

The Juba weaver, also called Salvadori's weaver, is a small, colony-nesting weaver found along riverine habitats in the Horn of Africa. Males intricately weave pendant nests suspended over water or in thorny acacias to deter predators. During breeding, males display bright plumage and vigorous chatter at colonies to attract females. Outside the breeding season, they often form mixed flocks with other weavers and finches.

Gallery

Behaviour

Temperament

social and active

Flight Pattern

short rapid wingbeats

Social Behavior

Highly colonial in the breeding season, with several dozen nests often clustered in the same tree. Males build and display at fresh nests, and females choose mates based on nest quality and displays. Nests are intricately woven from grass strips and often placed over water or in thorny trees for protection. Outside breeding, they forage in small flocks and may mix with other weaver species.

Migratory Pattern

Resident

Song Description

A busy chorus of chattering trills, buzzes, and squeaky notes delivered near the nest colony. Males call persistently while displaying, creating a constant background of chatter above the water or canopy.

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Identification

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Preferred Environment

Requires Supplement

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