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I used to see people posting photos of this green cutie on & off and wondered when I would get to see them & photograph them.
Earlier this year I had spotted plenty of them on the highway but I was not carrying my camera.
One day I saw a bird perched on a wire far away in the dim evening lights. I thought it was a different bird and I clicked it. On the laptop I zoomed it only to realize it was the Bee-Eater. That photo is not at all of good quality but remains as a record of sightings for the day.

This week the weather has been good with heavy downpours and lightning. Mondays are a bit relaxed for me so I did birding for a good time that day; keeping the camera handy and also doing some household work in between.

I heard an unfamiliar chirp and looked up to see a flying bird and yes it was different. By the time I had my camera in hand it vanished. I turned to keep the camera back and the other one appeared from nowhere and I missed capturing it in flight.

I was disappointed but it was short lived. I saw it perch on a wire that’s a bit closer and when I zoomed on it …….. I was thanking God with joy. So here was the elusive Green Bee Eater.

It was a pair of juveniles, as the distinct elongated tail feathers were missing. They stood out against the blue of the rain washed sky.

Some facts about the Green Bee-Eater
– There are 27 species bee-eaters around the world
– There are 8 subspecies of green bee-eater that can be found in Africa & Asia.
– Each bird lives in an extended family with members of four overlapping generations. They appear to recognize parents, siblings, offspring, friends, and nesting neighbors, likely from voice recognition.
– They know how to “disarm” dangerous prey and are natural-born killer of bees. Even juvenile birds know how to perform this procedure without training.
– They bathe in the sand to remove parasites and excess oil from the plumage
– They are monogamous (they mate for a lifetime)
– Unlike any other species of bird, green bee-eater is able to predict behavior of humans and predators.
– Many bee-eater names reflect their colorful feathers.


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Do watch out for the next post on another species from my #BalconyBirding list
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The Soul Is Here For It’s Own Joy!
Monika Ohson | TravelerInMe
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Lucky you, what a beautiful bird.
Amalia
xo
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Thank so much Amalia 💕 it’s a really pretty & colorful one indeed
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Aww! Lovely. I was little tied up these days so could not follow up on your balcony birding series and now I am back to do some birdwatching with you in your balcony. 😀
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💙🧡❤️💙🧡❤️ you were missed. I hope whatever kept you occupied is all done & there is peace 😍
Its sheer joy to bird watch with you …..someone who lovvvvves nature & birds too
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Wow. Great pics of the 🐦!
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Thank you ✨✨
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Love these endearing little cuties.
Do you know they live on the ground in long tunnelled burrows.
Fascinating isn’t it. 🙂
Thanks for this wonderful post Monica for #WW.
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Thanks Natasha. Yes I had read about it. How interesting na. I always wanted to sight a bee eater and photograph it. The former was in plenty but the latter had to wait for these juveniles. Like they say only “when its time” 💚💙
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Nice shot 💕
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Thanks Saania 💙
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My pleasure, followed you!
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I’ve never seen one but did enjoy your post and photos!
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Thanks Suzy….. 🤎🤎
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lovely photos of the bird
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Thanks Carol 🤎🤎
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If only I had birds like that here! All I get are noisy seagulls and lazy pigeons!
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Thanks Keith 💚
They are a joy to sight. I can understand the feeling of seeing the commonly found ones around. 😄😄
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So adorable! The blue sky and the bird observing the world! 🙂
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Thanks Vinitha. You bet they have the best view of the world 😍
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This was sure your day Monika.You are sure enjoying, Balcony Bird Watching series during Corona Pandemic.
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If we can’t go to nature, nature comes to us. ☺ Here is the advantage of birds over other creatures. Fly in the sky and visit the balconies, bringing a lot of joy.
Have a nice day, dear Monika!
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How apt Zinaida 😀 Nature comes to us 💚💚 and that’s a delight. Hope you have a lovely weekend 💜
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You have a ring side seat to capture nature’s beauty, Monika!
Have a great weekend!
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Thanks Veronica ❣️
….. And I am so thankful for that seat 😍
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You have the best seat for wild life captures!! Thanks for sharing them with us.
It’s great to see you at ‘My Corner of the World’ this week!
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Thank you Betty ❤️ it’s a blessing to be able to enjoy nature from the comfort of home …… It feels good to be a part of your corner of the world 😍
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Thanks for joining us at http://image-in-ing.blogspot.com/2020/07/the-daylily-garden.html, Monika!
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Thanks ✨
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Staying in a third floor condo in Washington State I did a lot of balcony bird watching. I noticed a hummingbird visiting my pink geranium so I got a feeder to attach to the glass railing. I was able to attract two and really enjoyed watching them come and go even though we couldn’t. – Margy
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Wow!!! I can imagine the joy. I am wondering if the nectar feeder would attract the sunbirds too. …. Food for thought
I too live on the third floor 😄
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The little bird is so cute and so… wise! But the colors of the sky are amazing!
Thank you for all the info about it.
May I say that your balcony is… fabulous!
Happy Today, Monika! Wishing you a beautiful week!
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Thank you Suzana 💚💚
The juvenile is really cute…. And yes monsoon skies are lovely. Have a memorable weekend 🤎
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Great shots! Nice bird… 🙂
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Thank you Cristi 💚
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Great! Balcony list is getting bigger and better Monika! 🙂
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Thanks Upendra….. It’s a list of 40+. Am just now slowly sharing each ✨🐦🙏🏻✨
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Wow Monika! Though it might be a zoom shot but you have captured it so well. Good to read the facts about the bee eater! You know what? In Maharashtra, they are called Veda Raghu. Veda means ‘Pagal’ or mad because it flies from one place, hover and come around to sit at the same place. Haha. Interesting, right!?
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😄😄😄 what a nickname. That’s another interesting trivia on it.
They come but love to sit far away. Yes it’s a joy sighting them & capturing them 💚💚
Thanks Nanchi for all the love & Veda Raghu bit ✨
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