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Little Bee-eater
Kleinbyvreter · Merops pusillus
The smallest bee-eater in the region, this dainty bird is bright green above with a yellow throat, a black mask, and a rich buff-orange belly. It perches low on grass stems and twigs, sallying out to catch bees, wasps, and flies before returning to the same spot. Pairs often sit close together, and they roost in a tidy row pressed side by side.
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A tiny green bee-eater with a yellow throat bordered by a black band, perching low near the ground.
Where to see it in Kruger
Common in grassy areas near water and along reedbeds and river edges across the park, usually perched low.
Did you know
On cold nights little bee-eaters huddle together on a twig in a neat feathery row to keep each other warm.
Often confused with
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