African Green Bee-eater
Merops viridissimus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
18.2 cm
Weight
13.333333333333334 g
Family
Meropidae
Order
Coraciiformes
About
The African Green Bee-eater is a slender vivid green bird weighing about 13g from sub-Saharan Africa. It catches bees and wasps in acrobatic aerial pursuits, removing stingers before swallowing prey.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 18.2 cm | 7.2 in |
| Weight | 13.333333333333334 g | 0.47 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: BU.
Clutch Size
4-7
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes (Kingfishers & Rollers) |
| Family | Meropidae (Bee-eaters) |
| Genus | Merops |
| Species | Merops viridissimus |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the African Green Bee-eater endangered?
The African Green Bee-eater has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the African Green Bee-eater nest?
Nest type: BU.
How big is the African Green Bee-eater?
The African Green Bee-eater has a wingspan of 18.2 cm, weight of 13.333333333333334 g.
What order and family does the African Green Bee-eater belong to?
The African Green Bee-eater (Merops viridissimus) belongs to the order Coraciiformes and the family Meropidae.
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Asian Green Bee-eater
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Black Bee-eater
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Black-headed Bee-eater
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Blue-bearded Bee-eater
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Blue-breasted Bee-eater
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Least Concern
Blue-cheeked Bee-eater
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Least Concern
Blue-headed Bee-eater
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Least Concern