Description

Bee eaters are characterized by richly colored plumage, slender bodies, and usually elongated central tail feathers. All have long, down-turned bills.

As their name suggests, bee-eaters predominantly eat flying insects, especially bees and wasps, which are caught on the wing from an open perch. The stinger is removed by repeatedly hitting and rubbing the insect on a hard surface. During this process, pressure is applied to the insect, thereby discharging most of the venom.

These skulls are approximately 2 1/2 inches long and 3/4 inch at the widest point.

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