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C IUCN · LC · Least Concern Passeriformes Ploceidae

Southern Masked Weaver

Ploceus velatus

Southern Masked Weaver · BirdGacha

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Illustration · not to scale

Body length
11–14.5 cm
Body Mass
30.9 g
Diet
Omnivorous
Migration
Resident

⚔️ Ecological Combat Rationale

ATK 66

Ecomorphologically adapted beak and agile strike momentum tailored to its foraging competition niche (ATK 66).

DEF 42

Lightweight agility and protective plumage camouflage favoring rapid evasive maneuverability over raw armor (DEF 42).

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How to identify

Detailed field marks are not yet available. Use the linked sources to confirm an identification.

Similar species

Species-specific comparison notes are not yet available. Related birds below are not necessarily lookalikes.

Calls & songs

JMK · Sources & credits

🌍 Range & Habitat

Distribution: Africa: Southern Angola to Mozambique & Southern to Southern & Eastern South Africa; also São Tomé (South-central Gulf of Guinea Is.) Habitat: Shrubland & Scrub

Frequently asked questions

What is its scientific name?

Ploceus velatus

Which family does it belong to?

Weavers, Widowbirds (Ploceidae)

Where is it found?

Africa: Southern Angola to Mozambique & Southern to Southern & Eastern South Africa; also São Tomé (South-central Gulf of Guinea Is.)

Sources & credits

📖 Open Full Article on Wikipedia

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