When he has completed the main construction of a neat nest, the male Vitelline Masked Weaver hangs from the entrance and sings and flutters his wings.

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When he has completed the main construction of his neat nest, the male Vitelline Masked Weaver hangs from the entrance and sings and flutters his wings to attract a mate.

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Size: 5200px × 3507px
Location: Ruaha National Park, Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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