The Blue-throated Bee-eater (Merops viridis) is a stunning bird species found in parts of South and Southeast Asia. Belonging to the bee-eater family, Meropidae, this colorful bird is renowned for its vibrant plumage and aerial hunting skills.
Adult Blue-throated Bee-eaters typically measure around 23 to 26 centimeters in length. They have a striking combination of colors, with green upperparts, bright blue throat and breast, and chestnut-colored underparts. Additionally, they have elongated central tail feathers, giving them a graceful appearance in flight.
Blue-throated Bee-eaters are highly specialized hunters, primarily feeding on flying insects, including bees, wasps, and dragonflies. They catch their prey in mid-air using their sharp, slender bills and agile flight maneuvers. After catching an insect, they may return to a perch to remove the stinger or other indigestible parts before consuming it.
During the breeding season, male Blue-throated Bee-eaters may engage in courtship displays, which involve aerial flights and vocalizations to attract mates. Nests are typically constructed in sandy riverbanks or cliffs, where the female lays eggs and both parents share incubation and chick-rearing duties.
While the Blue-throated Bee-eater is not considered globally threatened, it may face localized threats from habitat loss and degradation due to deforestation, urbanization, and changes in land use. Conservation efforts aimed at preserving and restoring suitable habitats are essential for ensuring the continued survival of this charismatic bird species, which adds color and vitality to its native landscapes.
Hello everyone, This is a Blue Throated Bee Eater.
All the videos were captured in the Singapore nature reservoir. All videos were captured by Kaikee Leong.
You can view his Instagram page to see all the wildlife photos he captured in Singapore. @k.k.leong
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