Red-bearded Bee-eater
NameRed-bearded Bee-eater
Common NameRed-bearded Bee-eater
Scientific NameNyctyornis amictus
FamilyMeropidae
Wingspan (cm)30
Length (cm)32.5
Weight (g)80
Plumage DetailsThe plumage is largely emerald green, with a prominent bright red 'beard' on the throat and upper breast. The crown and nape are a vivid pink. It has a long, decurved black bill and orange-red eyes. The tail is relatively long and square-ended.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include deep, guttural, frog-like croaks or a series of 'krr-krr-krr' notes, often given in a soft, purring tone.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in Southeast Asia, including the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Borneo, and parts of southern Myanmar and Thailand.
Identifying FeaturesBright red 'beard' on throat, Vibrant pink crown and nape, Overall emerald green plumage, Long, decurved black bill, Orange-red eyes
Description
This striking bee-eater is predominantly green with a distinctive bright red 'beard' on its throat and a vibrant pink crown. It is an insectivorous bird, often perching quietly in dense forest undergrowth before sallying out to catch flying insects.
