Blue-tailed Bee-eater

Merops Philippinus)

Order:

Coraciiformes

Family:

Meropidae

Size:

23 to 26 centimeters (9 to 10 inches)

Weight:

20 to 28 grams (0.7 to 1 ounce)

Taxonomy:

Merops philippinus (Linnaeus, 1766)

Short Description:

Blue-tailed Bee-eater (Merops philippinus) is a striking and colorful bird species found in Pakistan. Recognizable by its vibrant plumage, it features a combination of green, blue, and chestnut hues, with a distinctive blue tail. With a slender body and elongated, slightly down-curved bill, the Blue-tailed Bee-eater is well-adapted for catching flying insects, particularly bees and wasps, which form a significant part of its diet. During the breeding season, these birds exhibit intricate courtship displays, including aerial acrobatics and offering of gifts.

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Blue-tailed Bee-eaters are found in various regions of Pakistan, primarily in the southern and eastern parts, including Sindh, Punjab, and Balochistan. They inhabit open areas such as grasslands, scrublands, and agricultural fields, often near water bodies where insect prey is abundant. These birds are migratory, arriving in Pakistan during the breeding season, which typically spans from April to September, and migrating to warmer regions during the winter months.

Blue-tailed Bee-eaters are social birds, often seen in small groups or pairs during the breeding season. They are highly agile flyers, capable of intricate aerial maneuvers as they chase and catch flying insects on the wing. These birds are known for their distinctive feeding behavior, where they perch on exposed branches or wires, scanning the surroundings for prey, then darting out to catch insects in mid-air. Outside of the breeding season, Blue-tailed Bee-eaters may gather in larger flocks, often roosting together in communal sites. Conservation efforts to protect their natural habitats, particularly open grasslands and wetlands, are essential for ensuring the continued presence of Blue-tailed Bee-eaters in Pakistan.