348: Sociable Weaver

Just the Zoo of Us · Aug 20, 2026 · 52m

Ellen weaves her magic on sociable weavers. We discuss the three pillars of science communication, trick entrances, plane cabin pressurization, bullying for the greater good, lizard gossip, and more.

Works Cited:

"The Sociable Weavers of the Kalahari" - Ultimate Safari, YouTube

"Kapokvoel, Cape Penduline-Tit.(Anthoscopus-minutus)" - Coerie Ferreira, YouTube

“Largest bird’s nest” - Guinness Book of World Records

“Sociable Weavers Increase Cooperative Nest Construction after Suffering Aggression” - Gavin M. Leighton, Laura Vander Meiden, PLOS One, March 2016

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