Although the Rainbow Bee-eater (Merops ornatus) is described as being a common bird in the guide books, I always get excited when I see them. Maybe its because I really dont see them that often!
These birds were (more or less) the only ones I saw this summer past, and the only ones I was able to take pictures of.
They have a distinctive triangle shape to their wings in flight, and are wonderfully bright. I saw these birds in the Mallee on a very hot day. One of the things I like about these pictures in that they show a bee-eater eating bees!
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Hari OM
ReplyDeleteSuch pretty birds - and I agree, not THAT common; I only ever saw them once in all my years birding in OZ... YAM xx
I agree with you Stewart. They are always exciting to see these beautiful birds. Thanks for hosting and have a great week ahead.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely crisp blue sky for the backdrop too+!
ReplyDeleteMine is just one bird shot so feel free to delete if not enough birds....
ReplyDeleteColorful little family in a beautiful setting.
ReplyDeleteIt is lucky to meet the bee-eaters and watch the whole family eat. In Poland, at least. They are not very numerous and common. I have never been able to photograph them like this because they do not live in my region. Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteGreat shots and a wonderful background as well..Nice that you caught them eating bees too..
ReplyDeleteNice photos! It has a long beak like a hummingbird. Interesting.
ReplyDeleteWonderful pictures!
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