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When we reached Balkhu, weavers were playing around their nest. It was as if these birds were playing catch. Weavers, which look like sparrows, are small passerine birds belonging to the Ploceidae family . These birds are known for their intricate nests, which are woven using grass, leaves, twigs, and other plant materials. These nests are downward facing and are suspended from branches of trees. Experts say, male weaver birds construct these nests with the purpose of enticing females during the breeding season. Notably, each nest exhibits distinctive features and designs, distinguishing them from one another. Male weavers have a competition with each other. There is a belief that a female weaver goes with the male which has built the best nest. Males during the breeding season usually display vivid yellow markings and attract females through displays of hanging upside down from the nest, accompanied by calls and fluttering of wings. Weaver birds play vital role ecological...