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Böhm's Bee-eater

Böhm's Bee-eater

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Böhm's Bee-eater is a strikingly beautiful and localized species found in south-central Africa. It is characterized by its bright crimson throat, black breast band, and vibrant green upperparts.
Where to spot
Restricted to miombo woodlands in south-central Africa, specifically in Angola, Democratic Republic of Congo, Tanzania, Zambia, and Malawi.
How to spot
Look for it in the mid-canopy of miombo trees, often in pairs or small groups. Its distinctive calls can help pinpoint its location. Patience may be required as it can be less conspicuous than open-country bee-eaters.
When to spot
Resident year-round in its specific woodland habitat. Best observed during the drier months when the canopy is less dense and visibility improves.
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Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Merops boehmi (atamari) (cropped).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Merops boehmi (atamari) crop.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Merops boehmi Keulemans.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This species often forages by gleaning insects from foliage or the ground, a behavior less common among other bee-eaters which primarily catch insects in flight.
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