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European Bee-eater — printable fact sheet
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European Bee-eater
Merops apiaster
The European Bee-eater is a vividly colored, slender bird known for its striking plumage featuring green, yellow, blue, and chestnut tones. This migratory bird breeds in southern and central Europe and parts of North Africa and western Asia, wintering in tropical Africa. It is f…
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- Despite their name, European Bee-eaters can consume up to 250 bees daily without harming themselves or significantly impacting local bee populations.
- European Bee-eaters are immune to bee and wasp stings and skillfully remove the stinger before eating. They are highly social, often breeding in colonies and engaging in cooperative care of young. Their elaborate courtship involves aerial food exchanges and synchronized displays.
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