Black Bishop

Euplectes gierowii

Least Concern

The Black Bishop is a weaver or allied finch of sub-Saharan African wetlands, savannas, woodland, and forest edges. It feeds on seeds, grass, insects, and grain in flocks or pairs, and many species are known for intricately woven nests suspended from reeds, grasses, or thorny trees.

Family

Ploceidae

Group

Weavers and Allies

Range

Black Bishop Range — Resident or seasonal range in sub-Saharan African wetlands, savannas, woodland, and forest edges

Population

≈ Unknown

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