African Green Bee-eater Merops viridissimus

A small, dainty bee-eater of open woodlands, semideserts, farmland, and around sparse human habitation. Mainly green with a yellowish-green throat, slender black face mask, throat band and long central tail streamers. Juveniles are duller than adults and lack the long tail feathers. In flight, note the rusty underwing with a black trailing edge. Flies gracefully as it catches insects and other prey. Some populations show seasonal movements. Calls are a series of gentle liquid trills or more staccato notes.