Merops ornatus
(Rainbow bee-eater)
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FAMILY |
Meropidae |
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Species |
Merops ornatus |
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Common name |
Rainbow bee-eater |
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Main colour |
Light green |
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Distinctive feature |
The extended tail feathers in the male and high pitched voice, body 23-28 cm |
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Campus |
Townsville |
Description
This bird is often seen around the area particularly where there are open woodlands. The body is basically light green in colour with a yellow throat and splashes of blue. The beak, eye line and tail are black. In the male the central feathers are extended. Legs and feet are grey, eyes red, bill black.
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