Streaked weaver
Scientific name: Ploceus manyar
IUCN listed as: Least Concern
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Diet
Streaked weavers are granivorous, primarily feeding on seeds and grains. During the breeding season, they also consume insects to provide protein-rich food for their young. They forage by picking seeds and insects from leaves, often seen in wetlands and agricultural fields. This varied diet supports their energy needs and helps maintain their population. Their feeding habits also assist in controlling insect populations, benefiting agricultural areas.
Streaked weavers eat mostly seeds and grains. During the breeding season, they also eat insects to feed their babies. They pick food from leaves in wetlands and fields. This diet helps them stay healthy and controls insects.
Breeding
Streaked weavers breed during the wet season, building intricate nests of woven grasses and palm leaves. Males construct multiple nests within their territory to attract females, who choose one for egg-laying. They typically lay 2-4 eggs, which are incubated for about 14-16 days. Both parents help feed the chicks, which fledge in about three weeks.
Streaked weavers build nests during the wet season. Males make many nests to attract females. They lay 2-4 eggs, which hatch in about two weeks. Both parents feed the chicks, and the chicks leave the nest in about three weeks.
Habitat
Streaked weavers are found in wetlands, marshes, and agricultural fields across South and Southeast Asia. They prefer areas with dense vegetation for nesting and foraging. These habitats provide ample food and protection from predators. However, habitat destruction due to urbanisation and agriculture poses a threat to their populations. Conservation efforts focus on preserving wetland habitats and ensuring sustainable land use practices.
Streaked weavers live in wetlands and fields in South and Southeast Asia. They need places with lots of plants to find food and build nests. These areas keep them safe from predators. Protecting their homes is important because of habitat destruction.
At the zoo
In zoos, streaked weavers are kept in aviaries that replicate their natural habitats, including grasses and water features. They are fed a diet of seeds, grains, and insects similar to their wild diet. Zoos help educate the public about these birds and support conservation efforts. Breeding programs in zoos ensure healthy populations and genetic diversity. Observing these birds in captivity helps raise awareness about their ecological roles and conservation needs.
In zoos, streaked weavers live in places that look like their natural homes, with grass and water. They eat seeds, grains, and insects. Zoos teach people about these birds and help protect them. Watching them in zoos helps us learn more about them.
Behaviour
Streaked weavers are social birds, often seen in large flocks. They are known for their cooperative breeding behaviour, with males helping to build nests and feed chicks. These birds communicate through a variety of calls and display behaviours, especially during the breeding season. Their social structure and communication help maintain their colony’s stability and success. Streaked weavers are also adept at adapting to human-modified landscapes, making them resilient to environmental changes.
Streaked weavers live in large groups and work together to build nests and feed chicks. They use different sounds and displays to communicate. Their social behaviour helps keep the colony strong. They can also live in areas changed by humans.
Fun facts
- Nest Builders: Males build many nests to attract females.
- Group Living: They live in big, cooperative colonies.
- Food Finders: They eat seeds and insects.
- Colour Change: Males get brighter colours during breeding season.
- Wetland Homes: They live in wetlands and paddy fields.
- Nest Builders: Males build many nests to attract females.
- Group Living: They live in big, cooperative colonies.
- Food Finders: They eat seeds and insects.
- Colour Change: Males get brighter colours during breeding season.
- Wetland Homes: They live in wetlands and paddy fields.
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