Böhm's Bee-eater
NameBöhm's Bee-eater
Common NameBöhm's Bee-eater
Scientific NameMerops boehmi
FamilyMeropidae
Wingspan (cm)22
Length (cm)18
Weight (g)17.5
Plumage DetailsThe plumage is predominantly bright green across the back, wings, and belly. It features a distinctive rufous (reddish-brown) crown and nape, a bright yellow throat, and a black eye-stripe. The bill is black, and the central tail feathers are elongated into slender streamers.
Vocalization / CallTypically gives a soft, trilling 'prrrup' or 'prrrit' call, often uttered in flight or from a prominent perch.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeNative to East-Central Africa, its range includes parts of Tanzania, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Zambia, and Malawi.
Identifying FeaturesRufous crown and nape, Yellow throat, Bright green plumage, Long central tail streamers, Black eye-stripe
Description
This small, slender bee-eater is characterized by its vibrant green plumage, rufous crown, and yellow throat. It is an agile aerial hunter, primarily feeding on insects caught in flight, often returning to a favored perch.
