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Red-bearded Bee-eater

Red-bearded Bee-eater

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The Red-bearded Bee-eater is a large, vibrant bee-eater of Southeast Asian rainforests, named for its striking red 'beard' of elongated throat feathers. Its plumage is predominantly green with a blue tail and a brown head.
Where to spot
Found in Southeast Asia, including the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Borneo, and parts of Thailand and Myanmar. Inhabits primary lowland evergreen forests and forest edges.
How to spot
Look for its large size, overall green plumage, and the unmistakable red 'beard'. Often perches quietly but darts out to catch insects in flight. Listen for its distinctive, soft, rolling 'prrrruup' call.
When to spot
Resident year-round in its forest habitat. Most active during the day, often seen perched on exposed branches scanning for prey.
File:Nyctyornis amictus - Kaeng Krachan.jpg
File:Red-bearded Bee-eater (Nyctyornis amictus) - Flickr - Lip Kee.jpg
File:Nyctyornis amictus - Kaeng Krachan.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Red-bearded Bee-eater (Nyctyornis amictus) - Flickr - Lip Kee.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Red-bearded Bee-eaters are unique among bee-eaters for their shaggy, elongated throat feathers that resemble a beard, which they can puff out during displays.
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