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File:Rufous-crowned Bee-eater Merops viridis americanus, Luzon, Philippines (15901095124).jpg

Unrecognized Merops Species

Unrecognized Merops Species

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The scientific name 'Merops americanus' is not currently recognized as a distinct species within the Meropidae family by major ornithological authorities. The Merops genus is exclusively found in the Old World (Africa, Asia, Europe, and Australia).
Where to spot
As this specific scientific name is not recognized, its 'observation' would refer to general Merops species. Bee-eaters are typically found in open habitats, savannas, woodlands, and cultivated areas across their Old World ranges.
How to spot
To observe any bee-eater, look for bright, colorful birds perched on exposed branches, wires, or posts. Watch for their swift, acrobatic flights as they sally out to catch insects. Listen for their distinctive 'prruup' or trilling calls.
When to spot
Most bee-eaters are diurnal (daytime active) and can be observed year-round in resident populations, or seasonally for migratory species. Best times are often mornings and late afternoons.
File:Rufous-crowned Bee-eater Merops viridis americanus, Luzon, Philippines (15901095124).jpg
File:Rufous-crowned Bee-eater Merops viridis americanus, Luzon, Philippines (15903502423).jpg
File:Rufous-crowned Bee-eater Merops viridis americanus, Luzon, Philippines (16522644672).jpg
File:Rufous-crowned Bee-eater Merops viridis americanus, Luzon, Philippines (15901095124).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Rufous-crowned Bee-eater Merops viridis americanus, Luzon, Philippines (15903502423).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Rufous-crowned Bee-eater Merops viridis americanus, Luzon, Philippines (16522644672).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Bee-eaters (genus Merops) are characterized by their colorful plumage, slender bodies, and long, curved beaks, perfectly adapted for catching insects in flight. They are skilled aerial hunters.
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