African Green Bee-eater
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    African Green Bee-eater

    Merops viridissimus

    Iconic Birds
    Least Concern

    The African green bee-eater is a species of bird in the family Meropidae. It is found throughout arid Sahel region of Africa from Senegal east to Ethiopia, and has expanded its range north to Egypt over the past few decades.

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    Where to Find

    Top parks for African Green Bee-eater. Sightings recorded in 27 safari areas total.

    ● Common (500+ sightings)● Occasional (50-499)● Rare (<50)
    West Africa
    Réserve animalière d’AmbouraCentral Ferlo & Eastern Sahel, Senegal
    Rare
    Ranch de gibier et forêt de NazingaNorthern Savanna & Cross-Border Wildlife, Ghana
    Rare
    Foret Classe de SagnaCentral Ferlo & Eastern Sahel, Senegal
    Rare
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