Golden-backed weaver

Euplectes psammacromius

The Golden-backed weaver (Euplectes psammacromius) is a small, strikingly colored bird found in eastern Africa. Males have bright golden-yellow plumage on the back and wings, with a contrasting black face and throat. Females are more subtly colored with streaked brown and buff plumage. These weavers are known for their intricate, dome-shaped nests woven from grass and often found in reedbeds or wetlands. They forage for seeds and insects in grassy areas and agricultural fields. The species is known for its elaborate courtship displays, with males performing acrobatic flights and song displays to attract females.

Habitat: Reedbeds, wetlands, and grassy areas