The Weaverbird

GPTKB entity

Statements (57)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:bird
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Abarat:_Absolute_Midnight
gptkbp:adaptation Strong beaks for seed cracking
gptkbp:aircraft_operated Pointed wings
gptkbp:behavior Social
Gregarious
Foraging in flocks
gptkbp:breeding_season Varies by region
Formed during breeding season
gptkbp:color Brightly colored
Sexually dimorphic
Conical bill
gptkbp:conservation_efforts Habitat protection
gptkbp:conservation_status gptkb:Least_Concern
gptkbp:cultural_references Folklore and art
gptkbp:cultural_significance Symbol of craftsmanship
gptkbp:diet Seeds
gptkbp:distribution gptkb:Africa
gptkbp:egg_color White or pale blue
gptkbp:family gptkb:Ploceidae
gptkbp:fledging_period 21-24 days
gptkbp:foraging_behavior Ground foraging
Seed eating
gptkbp:habitat Grasslands
Open savannas
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label The Weaverbird
gptkbp:incubation_period 12-14 days
gptkbp:interacts_with Complex vocalizations
gptkbp:mating_system Polygamous
Dancing and singing
gptkbp:migration Some species are migratory
gptkbp:nesting Varies by species
Grasses
Intricate designs
Cup-shaped nests
Trees or shrubs
High in colonies
High among colonies
Weaving nests
gptkbp:notable_species gptkb:Golden_Weaver
gptkb:Red-billed_Quelea
gptkb:Sociable_Weaver
gptkb:Village_Weaver
gptkbp:order gptkb:Passeriformes
gptkbp:population_trend Stable in many areas
gptkbp:predators gptkb:Snakes
gptkbp:research_interest Behavioral ecology
gptkbp:size Small to medium-sized
gptkbp:social_structure Colonial
gptkbp:soundtrack Melodious
gptkbp:tail_type Forked tail
gptkbp:territorial_behavior Males defend territories
gptkbp:threats Climate change
Habitat loss
gptkbp:vocalization Chirps and whistles
gptkbp:wildlife High during nesting