Cinnamon-chested Bee-eater
NameCinnamon-chested Bee-eater
Common NameCinnamon-chested Bee-eater
Scientific NameMerops oreobates
FamilyMeropidae
Wingspan (cm)29
Length (cm)21
Weight (g)25
Plumage DetailsThis bee-eater has a green crown and back, a bright yellow throat bordered by a narrow black band, and a prominent black eye-stripe. Its chest and belly are a rich cinnamon-rufous, contrasting with a blue rump and green flight feathers.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations typically consist of soft, rolling 'prruup' or 'pree-pree-pree' notes, often given in flight or from a perch.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the Albertine Rift mountains of East Africa, including parts of Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, and eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
Identifying FeaturesCinnamon-rufous chest, Bright yellow throat with black border, Prominent black eye-stripe, Green upperparts, Long, slender, decurved black bill
Description
The Cinnamon-chested Bee-eater is a vibrant, medium-sized bird found in montane forests of East Africa. It perches conspicuously on branches, sallying out to catch flying insects, often returning to the same perch.
