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Blue-throated Bee-eater

Blue-throated Bee-eater

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The Blue-throated Bee-eater is a small, vibrant bee-eater of Central African rainforests, closely related to the Black-headed Bee-eater. It shares many features but is distinguished by its vibrant blue throat and a glossy black head.
Where to spot
Found in Central Africa, including countries like Cameroon, Central African Republic, Gabon, and Congo. Inhabits humid lowland rainforests.
How to spot
Look for its glossy black head, vibrant blue throat, and green body. Differentiation from the Black-headed Bee-eater primarily relies on the throat color. Listen for its soft, liquid calls.
When to spot
Resident year-round in its forest habitat. Active during the day, often seen perched in the mid-canopy or sub-canopy, making aerial sallies.
File:Merops mentalis.jpg
File:Merops mentalis (cropped).jpg
File:Merops mentalis.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Merops mentalis (cropped).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Blue-throated Bee-eaters often nest in burrows dug into sandy banks or rotten tree stumps, forming small colonies during the breeding season.
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