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Ethiopian Bee-eater
Merops lafresnayii
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Least Concern
Envergure
19,1 cm
Poids
23,95 g
Famille
Meropidae
Ordre
Coraciiformes
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 19,1 cm | 7.5 in |
| Poids | 23,95 g | 0.84 oz |
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: BU.
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Coraciiformes (Kingfishers & Rollers) |
| Famille | Meropidae (Bee-eaters) |
| Genus | Merops |
| Espèces | Merops lafresnayii |
External Databases
Foire aux questions
Is the Ethiopian Bee-eater endangered?
The Ethiopian Bee-eater has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Ethiopian Bee-eater nest?
Nest type: BU.
How big is the Ethiopian Bee-eater?
The Ethiopian Bee-eater has a wingspan of 19.1 cm, weight of 23.95 g.
What order and family does the Ethiopian Bee-eater belong to?
The Ethiopian Bee-eater (Merops lafresnayii) belongs to the order Coraciiformes and the family Meropidae.
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