It is fortunate that the location of this Baya Weaver bird colony is still unknown to commercial nest collectors as the nest can fetch quite a good price, apparently there is a demand for them as home ornaments. I still do not understand why anyone would want to decorate their homes with a weaver bird nest.
Sparrow-sized, the Baya Weaver (Ploceus philipinus) is known to be one of the most spectacular nest builders in the avian world.
The male builds two types of coconut-sized hanging nests, one for perching and the other for brooding. Their nests are woven from fresh long grass slit into string-like strips and are coconuts in size. Perching Nest
The male sports a bright yellow plumage on the head and, during breeding season, this distinguishes it from the female.
The male sports a bright yellow plumage on the head and, during breeding season, this distinguishes it from the female.
Brooding Nest
Off-breeding season, both sexes look similar, brownish with dark accents down its body.
Off-breeding season, both sexes look similar, brownish with dark accents down its body.
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I love your "bird" pictures. As a matter of fact, I love all of your nature pics. Awesome! Good luck with spending more time with your family. It's always worth it no matter what you have to do. I know as I have 6 children and they are all great to be with.
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