European Bee-eater

Merops viridis

The European Bee-eater is a colorful bird with a slender body and a distinctive long, curved beak. It is known for its vibrant plumage, which includes shades of green, blue, yellow, and chestnut. These birds are highly social and often form large colonies during the breeding season. They are skilled aerial hunters, capturing insects on the wing with impressive agility. European Bee-eaters are migratory birds, spending the breeding season in Europe and wintering in sub-Saharan Africa. They prefer open landscapes such as grasslands, savannas, and river valleys where they can find suitable nesting sites and abundant insect prey.

Habitat: Open landscapes, grasslands, savannas, river valleys

European Bee-eater
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