Blue-breasted Bee-eater

Merops variegatus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Coraciiformes · Meropidae

About

The blue-breasted bee-eater is a central African species of bird. It is a member of the family Meropidae. Meropids are all visually similar and have a diet specialized in Hymenopterans.

Fun Fact

Meropids are all visually similar and have a diet specialized in Hymenopterans.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in a variety of habitats, ranging from reedy lake shores to the savanna grass lands bordering the Congo basin.

Diet

Diet consists of a wide variety of insect species.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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