Kilifi weaver

Overview

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The Kilifi weaver, also known as Clarke's weaver, is a species of bird in the family Ploceidae. It is endemic to Kenya.

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Distribution

Region

Coastal East Africa (Kenya)

Typical Environment

Occurs in coastal lowland forests and woodlands of Kilifi County, including patches of Brachystegia-dominated woodland and adjacent thickets. It favors the canopy and subcanopy, using forest edges, clearings, and secondary growth. Birds may range locally between forest blocks as resources change seasonally. Habitat loss and fragmentation limit its distribution to a few remaining sites.

Altitude Range

Sea level to 300 m

Climate Zone

Tropical

Characteristics

Size15–17 cm

Wing Span20–25 cm

Male Weight0.03 kg

Female Weight0.028 kg

Life Expectancy7 years

Ease of Keeping

Beginner friendly: 1/5

Useful to know

Also called Clarke's weaver, this scarce weaver is confined to Kenya’s coastal lowland forests, especially around Kilifi. Males weave intricate, hanging nests to attract females, as in other weavers. Its survival is closely tied to the protection of remaining coastal woodlands and thickets. It can be elusive, moving through the canopy in small groups and mixing with other species.

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Behaviour

Temperament

social and active

Flight Pattern

short rapid wingbeats

Social Behavior

Often moves in small parties and can associate with mixed-species flocks in the canopy. During breeding, males construct suspended woven nests and display to visiting females. Nesting tends to be semi-colonial where habitat allows. Pairs defend the immediate nest area but forage more loosely in groups.

Migratory Pattern

Resident

Song Description

A series of buzzy, chattering notes interspersed with thin squeaks. Calls can accelerate into short rattling trills when birds are excited near nest sites.

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