A photo of a Sociable Weaver (Philetairus socius)
Sociable Weaver

Sociable Weaver

Philetairus socius

The sociable weaver (Philetairus socius) is a species of bird in the weaver family that is endemic to southern Africa. It is the only species in the monotypic genus Philetairus. It is found in South Africa, Namibia, and Botswana. but their range is centered within the Northern Cape Province of South Africa. They build large compound community nests, a rarity among birds. These nests are perhaps the most spectacular structure built by any bird.
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Trevor Kleyn
Tuesday 21 Mar 2023 - 7:59am
South Africa
A map showing the sighting location
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Trevor Kleyn
Saturday 18 Mar 2023 - 4:40am
South Africa
A map showing the sighting location
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Trevor Kleyn
Friday 17 Mar 2023 - 4:55am
South Africa
A map showing the sighting location
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Trevor Kleyn
Wednesday 15 Mar 2023 - 7:19am
South Africa
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