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Merops philippinus
| Family Name: | Meropidae |
| Taxonomic Group: | Vertebrates (Bird) |
| Common Name: | Blue-tailed Bee-eater, Burung Berek-Berek Sawah |
Name
Description
| Size | 23 cm |
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| Description | Medium size, black bill, predominantly greenish often with tail steamers. Perches on the top branches of trees. |
Ecology, Habitat & Location
| Habitats | Forest, Mangroves, Parks & Gardens |
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| Distribution | Breeds in South & East Africa, India, South China to South-east Asia, and south to North Peninsular Malaysia. From Sep to Feb, it is a common bird at Sungei Buloh. Peak numbers in Sep to Nov. Typically in small numbers perched on exposed branches on the tops of tall trees or in flight. The bee-eater is widespread throughout Singapore during the winter months. |
| Nature Reserves | Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve |
