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Africa
Regal Bee-eater
Merops ornatus
About this species
Bird-watchers in Africa often spot the Regal Bee-eater in urban settings. This Meropidae species is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN.
The Regal Bee-eater is part of the order Coraciiformes and the Meropidae family. Its preferred habitat is urban, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Near Threatened, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of Africa.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Meropidae family and Coraciiformes order.