African Green Bee-eater Merops viridissimus

African Green Bee-eater Merops viridissimus

Description: measures approximately 18 to 20 centimeters, with tail streamers extending up to 25 centimeters. It mostly golden-green coloration, featuring a black strip along the eye, and displays a notable golden hue underneath during flight.

Distribution and Status: Very common, resident through most of Sudan.

Habitat: Open country with bushes, savanna, woodlands, sometimes in wadis even far from water sources.

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