“It is interesting to note how little is documented about the Baya Weaver (Ploceus philippinus infortunatus) calls locally. Possibly because they are considered common birds and hence less observed. Wells (2007) notes two types of calls – a harsh ‘chit’ … Continued
On 20 Jun 18, I observed a male Baya Weaver (Ploceus philippinus) building its nest at Tampines Eco Green. This activity began very well for this male bird but ended strangely and abruptly. The series of events are captured in … Continued
“I was watching 7-8 lovely Baya Weavers (Ploceus philippinus infortunatus) when I noticed them feeding on 2 new food sources. Traditional records, and my own observations, indicate that they primarily feed on seeds/grain. Most records of animal prey are associated … Continued
“I was watching Yellow-vented Bulbuls (Pycnonotus goiavier) feeding on a fruit of a wayside bush (above) when a flock of 18-20 Baya Weavers (Ploceus philippinus) descend on the bush (below). “I was surprised to see them also take the fruit. … Continued
“We have previously documented the globally near-threatened Asian Golden Weaver (Ploceus hypoxanthus) building nests and in courtship at Tampines Eco Green LINK. Although no juveniles were seen that time, a female fetching food back to her nest and leaving with … Continued
“I have said this before and it continues to be true – the longer I watch birds the more I realise how little I am aware of their behaviour and how more there is to discover. In addition birds are … Continued
“I returned to this site today to do some follow up bird work. I again observed Baya Weaver (Ploceus philippinus infortunatus), possibly the same flock, feeding on nectar. I initially spotted them feeding on the nectar of the Water Jambu … Continued
The Baya Weavers (Ploceus philippinus) nest in colonies where their retort-shaped nests hang from the ends of branches. This provides limited security from predators, as invariably the nests will be shaken with any intrusion. Many nests are built near existing … Continued
“Seen the Baya Weaver (Ploceus philippinus infortunatus) feed on many types of wild grass seeds but this is the first time I have seen it feeding on the Love Grass (Chrysopogon aciculatus) seeds. “So far I have only seen the … Continued
“On the evening of 8th December 2012, a flock of Baya Weavers (Ploceus philippinus) was frolicking among the dense labyrinth of Feathery Pennisetum grass (Pennisetum polystachion, family Poaceae) in Perak, Peninsular Malaysia. They were preoccupied with frenzied feeding of the … Continued
