Northern Carmine Bee-eater

Conservation Status:

It is listed as Least Concern, with a large and stable population

Population Trends:

The species shows a stable trend, supported by its wide distribution and strong breeding colonies.

Population Size:

Exact numbers are not precisely known.

Family:

Meropidae

Location:

In Uganda

Habitat:

It is commonly found along riverbanks, floodplains, and open savannas, especially in areas like Murchison Falls National Park and along the Nile, where it nests in burrows dug into sandy banks.

Migration Pattern:

The Northern Carmine Bee-eater is a migratory species, moving seasonally across Africa.

Migration Distance:

It can travel hundreds to over a thousand kilometers, following river systems and insect abundance between breeding and non-breeding areas.

About this Bird:

A Riverbank Spectacle

The Northern Carmine Bee-eater (Merops nubicus) is one of Africa’s most dazzling birds, glowing in deep crimson as it sweeps through the air in search of insects. A member of the Meropidae family, it is famous for its large, lively colonies along riverbanks.

A Living River Spectacle

Colorful, social, and full of energy, the Northern Carmine Bee-eater turns riverbanks into vibrant theaters of life reminding us of the beauty that thrives where water and wilderness meet.

Northern Carmine Bee-eater

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About this Bird:

A Riverbank Spectacle

A Living River Spectacle

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