Thick billed weaver

Introduction: The Thick-Billed Weaver (Amblyospiza albifrons) is a medium-sized bird with a robust bill and black-and-white plumage. Often seen in woodlands and savannas, it weaves intricate nests in trees. Male displays courtship behaviours during breeding.

Description: The Thick-Billed Weaver has a stout bill, which is its defining feature. The male has black plumage with a white forehead and vent, while the female has more subdued colouration with brownish plumage.

Habitat: This bird is commonly found in various woodland habitats, including dry savannas and open woodlands. It prefers areas with trees, where it can build its elaborate nests.

Diet: The Thick-Billed Weaver feeds primarily on seeds, including grass seeds and grains. During the breeding season, it may also consume small insects and caterpillars to supplement its diet.

behaviour: This species is known for its skilled nest-building ability. The male constructs a series of intricate nests to attract females during the breeding season. The nests are woven from grass and leaves and suspended from tree branches.

Reproduction: The Thick-Billed Weaver is polygynous, with males building multiple nests to attract females. The female chooses a nest, and the male performs courtship displays to attract her. The female then lines the chosen nest and lays a clutch of eggs.

Size: The Thick-Billed Weaver measures about 14 centimetres (5.5 inches) in length.

Weight: It typically weighs around 22–25 grams.