Red Bishops in the Reeds

A Southern Red Bishop in the Reeds, 11 October 2019. Copyright 2019 Forgotten Fields. All rights reserved.A Southern Red Bishop in the Reeds, 11 October 2019. Copyright 2019 Forgotten Fields. All rights reserved.A Southern Red Bishop Nest in the Reeds, 11 October 2019. Copyright 2019 Forgotten Fields. All rights reserved.45D24E60-DC95-4ADF-B89F-1FF45370B4B7_1_201_a

A few weeks ago, I drew attention to Southern Red Bishops (Euplectes orix) chattering in the reeds at nightfall. During the South African spring (September to November), the males turn bright red and weave exquisite nests for the breeding season. I photographed a small colony yesterday.

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