Basic Information
Scientific classification
- Chinese name: Black Bee Tiger
- Scientific name: Merops gularis, Black Bee-eater
- Classification: Climbing birds
- Family and genus: Coraciiformes, Nematodae, Nematodae
Vital signs data
- Body length: No verification information available.
- Weight: No verification information available.
- Lifespan: No verification data available.
Significant features
Distribution and Habitat
The tropical and temperate regions that are spread throughout the Old World.
They live in hilly woodlands near villages and are arboreal.
Appearance
Medium-sized, with a long, slender, downward-curving beak that is pointed at the tip and has a ridged apex; legs are slender and weak, with the middle and outer toes connected at least to the second joint from the base, while the inner toe is connected only to the first joint from the base; 10 primary flight feathers; 12 tail feathers; wings of moderate length; short legs; some species have a ribbon on the tail. Plumage is vibrant, and the sexes are similar; juveniles resemble adults.
Detailed introduction
The black bee-eater, scientifically known as *Merops gularis*, feeds on flying insects, especially bees; it nests in tunnels dug in mountainous terrain; its eggs are rather round and white.
Protect wild animals and ban the consumption of wild game.
Maintaining ecological balance is everyone's responsibility!
