In Swedish, this bird (called 'Saffron weaver') naturally gets its name from the saffron-yellow color that is particularly visible in this picture. Yellow is dominant in both sexes but changes to yellow-green on the back, mainly in the female. The dark, strong bill is another characteristic. The species thrives near water in savannah-like areas, shrubland, forest edges and agricultural areas. Its diet consists of a varied mixture of plants and insects. Its distribution area is large - the species is found in 17 countries south of the Sahara!